The major injury collision occurred at approximately 10 p.m. on January 23 and involved two vehicles, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Oroville, CA — A late-night crash on Highway 70 near Palermo Road prompted a road closure and a brief manhunt south of Oroville on Thursday night, authorities said.
The major injury collision occurred at approximately 10 p.m. on January 23 and involved two vehicles, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Officers reported that one person was trapped inside a vehicle and suffered major injuries as a result of the crash.
Following the collision, authorities launched a search of a nearby field for two individuals believed to have fled the scene, officials said.
Deputies from the Butte County Sheriff’s Office assisted the California Highway Patrol during the response.
It was not immediately clear how long Highway 70 remained closed or whether the individuals sought by authorities were located.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released as they become available.
In 2023, Oroville recorded 114 total fatal and injury traffic collision victims, ranking 13th out of 103 similar-sized cities in California for combined fatalities and injuries according to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). Alcohol-involved crashes accounted for 7 victims, while motorcycles were involved in 10 and pedestrians in 10, including 2 seniors. Speed-related collisions numbered 15, and nighttime (9 pm–2:59 am) collisions were 13. OTS also reported 58 DUI arrests for the year. Overall, Oroville’s crash rankings reflect notable challenges in nighttime and serious injury crashes relative to peer cities.
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