[08-12-2024] San Bernardino County, CA – Woman Airlifted After Multi-Vehicle Collision Near Maple Elementary School in Hesperia

A woman was critically injured and airlifted following a serious multi-vehicle collision in Hesperia on Monday morning, August 12, 2024.

According to the responding officials, the crash occurred just before 7:00 a.m. at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Mauna Loa Street near Maple Elementary School.

The incident involved three vehicles: a green GMC Yukon, a silver Toyota Camry, and a white Chevy Tahoe. Upon arrival, firefighters found a woman trapped inside the Toyota, requiring extrication. 

The woman sustained critical injuries and was subsequently airlifted to an out-of-area trauma center. Witnesses reported that she was in and out of consciousness during transport. 

Later updates from acquaintances indicated that she underwent surgery for a broken hip and wrist and is expected to recover. Authorities have yet to provide further details about the identity of the patient.

No word yet regarding the condition of the other two drivers involved. It is also unclear if all three vehicles involved only had their respective drivers onboard at the time of the accident.

The incident led to temporary lane closures around the area as emergency crews worked at the scene. The Hesperia Police Department is currently investigating the cause of the collision.