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Santa Ana Car Crash
1 Injured in Santa Ana Car Crash on 91 Freeway near SR 241

Santa Ana, Calif. – At least one person was injured in a car accident on Thursday night in Santa Ana.

The collision was reported around 10:02 p.m. on the 91 Freeway near Highway 241, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Three vehicles were involved in the accident. The impact of the collision sent one of the cars off the roadway.

CHP says at least one person was injured in the accident and was taken to Placentia-Linda Hospital for treatment.

More details about the accident were not released.

An investigation into the accident is underway.

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