[01-06-2026] Los Angeles County, CA – One Killed, Another Injured in Head-On Crash on Sierra Highway Near Santa Clarita

One person was killed, and another was hospitalized following a head-on crash on Sierra Highway north of Santa Clarita on Tuesday evening, January 6, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 6:20 p.m. at Sierra Highway and Anthony Road, where a sedan and an SUV collided, blocking traffic lanes. 

Authorities were notified that one person was trapped inside a vehicle, and firefighters with the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to assist with rescue efforts.

One individual was pronounced dead at the scene, and a second person was transported to a local hospital in unknown condition. CHP has not confirmed which vehicle the fatality occurred in or whether the person trapped was the one who died.

The circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation. CHP did not confirm reports suggesting the crash may have involved a wrong-way maneuver, though a sedan was possibly traveling in the wrong direction before colliding with a Toyota RAV4 SUV.

Sierra Highway was closed for several hours while investigators worked to clear the scene and determine the cause of the crash.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has additional information is encouraged to contact the CHP Newhall Area office.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.
• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
• Seek immediate medical attention.
• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.