Single-Vehicle Crash on Shell Beach Road Injures 2 People [Pismo Beach, CA]

Pismo Beach, CA (July 31, 2026) — On Thursday afternoon, two people suffered minor injuries after a vehicle crash on Shell Beach Road in Pismo Beach.

The single-vehicle crash happened around 1:12 p.m. when a car struck the front of DePalo and Sons Market and Deli in the Spyglass Village shopping center on Shell Beach Road. The impact caused significant damage to the storefront, including its windows and exterior facade.

Firefighters responded to the scene and confirmed that the building remained structurally stable. Emergency crews treated two people for minor injuries.

Police said investigators do not believe drugs or alcohol contributed to the crash. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.

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