[09-28-2026] Riverside County, CA – At Least One Killed in Crash on I-10 in Whitewater

At least one person was killed in a crash on eastbound Interstate 10 in Whitewater, Riverside County, on Monday afternoon, September 28, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred shortly before 2:00 p.m. near the southbound State Route 62 connector.

Preliminary CHP reports indicated that a vehicle was seen swerving on I-10 as it approached the connector. A passenger reportedly told CHP that she was attempting to steer the vehicle.

The vehicle eventually stopped, and at least one person went down an embankment. Authorities confirmed that at least one person died.

It was not immediately known what caused the incident or whether the driver experienced a medical emergency.

CHP continues to investigate the crash.

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