![[01-01-2026] Eight Injured After Multi-Vehicle Crash on Lamb Canyon Road in Beaumont](https://ak1.to//gvZRP.webp)
Eight people were injured after a multi-vehicle crash in Beaumont on Thursday afternoon, January 1, 2026.
According to the Riverside County Fire Department, the crash was reported shortly before 4:00 p.m. in the 16400 block of Lamb Canyon Road and Dump Road near the Lamb Canyon Landfill.
Firefighters arrived to find at least one person trapped and requested additional equipment to assist with extrication. Authorities said a second collision occurred behind the initial crash scene, contributing to a total of eight injured individuals.
Fire officials reported that one person was transported in critical condition, one sustained moderate injuries, five suffered minor injuries, and one person declined hospital care and left against medical advice.
The total number of vehicles involved was not immediately known. California Highway Patrol Inland Division officers responded to assist with traffic control as lanes were gradually reopened.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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.
