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At least one person was killed following a three-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck near Ridgecrest on Tuesday night, June 16, 2026.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at around 10:31 p.m. on Route 395 at Bowman Road.
The CHP has not yet released any information on the cause of the collision or whether there were any other injuries.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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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.
