[10-08-2026] Lassen County, CA – One Killed, Two Injured in Head-On Crash on Highway 395

A 34-year-old man from Herlong was killed, and two others were injured in a head-on collision on Highway 395 in Lassen County on Thursday afternoon, October 8, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at around 5:07 p.m. on Highway 395 north of Hall Road.

CHP said the man was driving a red 2008 Toyota Prius northbound when he failed to negotiate a curve, crossed into the southbound lane, and collided with a white 2024 Chevrolet 3500 HD pickup truck.

The Prius driver sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released his identity pending notification of next of kin and an official announcement from the coroner’s office.

The Chevrolet driver, identified as 37-year-old Jorge A. of Reno, Nevada, and his passenger, 27-year-old Juan G. of Lamont, California, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Both were transported to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno for treatment.

CHP Officer Vial is leading the ongoing investigation. Authorities have not determined whether alcohol, drugs, or distracted driving contributed to the collision.

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