Violent Big Rig Crash on 10 Freeway Claim Lives [Ontario, CA]

Ontario, CA (October 23, 2025) — On Tuesday afternoon, a devastating big rig crash on 10 Freeway involving eight vehicles, including four semi-trucks, left three people dead and four others injured.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred shortly before 1:15 p.m. on the westbound 10 Freeway near the 15 Freeway.

Report say that the horrific incident brought westbound traffic to a halt for several hours. Dashcam footage revealed a semi-truck crashing into an SUV before striking multiple other vehicles, then veering off and colliding with another semi-truck.

Authorities arrested the 21-year-old Yuba City truck driver on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. Multiple lanes were closed for investigation and cleanup but reopened later that night.

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Sweet Lawyers extend heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. Losing a life to a preventable crash is a tragedy no family should endure.

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