[05-23-2026] Butte County, CA – Two Seriously Injured in Head-On Collision on SR-162 in Oroville

Two people were seriously injured following a head-on collision in Oroville on Saturday afternoon, May 23, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 2:56 p.m. on State Route 162 near Wally B Lane.

Authorities reported that a Dodge pickup truck and a Toyota SUV, both with major front-end damage, were involved.

The male driver of the Dodge, the sole occupant, sustained moderate to major injuries and was transported to a hospital. The female driver of the Toyota became trapped inside her vehicle and had to be extricated by emergency personnel, who removed the doors and steering wheel to safely free her. She was airlifted to a local hospital with major injuries and reported to be in stable condition.

CHP’s preliminary investigation indicates that the Dodge pickup was traveling westbound when it crossed into the opposing lane of traffic. Both drivers attempted to steer to avoid a collision, but the vehicles crossed paths, resulting in a head-on crash.

Emergency personnel from CAL FIRE/Butte County, Butte County EMS, Lake Oroville State Recreational Area, and the Butte County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The CHP continues to investigate the incident.

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