[04-01-2026] Riverside County, CA – Two Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash Involving Semi-Truck on 215 Freeway Off-Ramp

Two people were injured in a hit-and-run crash on the Central Avenue off-ramp of the southbound 215 Freeway in Riverside County on Wednesday morning, April 1, 2026.

The collision, which occurred around 4:15 a.m., involved a semi-truck, a red pickup truck, and a 2018 Dodge Ram, according to California Highway Patrol Riverside Officer Navarro.

The red pickup truck collided with the Dodge Ram, which then struck the semi-truck, causing it to overturn. The red pickup truck fled the scene.

Both the driver of the Dodge Ram and the semi-truck sustained minor injuries and were transported to a hospital. 

Authorities are still investigating the incident and the identity of the fleeing driver.

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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.