The collision was reported at approximately 9:31 p.m. at S. Bon View Avenue and E. Ontario Boulevard.
Ontario, CA – One person was killed following a traffic collision at an intersection in the City of Ontario on Thursday night, January 8, 2026, according to the Ontario Police Department. The fatal San Bernardino County crash occurred during evening hours.
The collision was reported at approximately 9:31 p.m. at S. Bon View Avenue and E. Ontario Boulevard. Police officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of a serious crash.
Authorities stated that the incident involved a driver who was involved in a traffic collision. Further details regarding how the crash occurred or whether additional vehicles were involved were not released.
The driver, a 34-year-old resident of Ontario, was pronounced dead at the scene. The individual’s name has been withheld pending positive identification. No other injuries were reported, and no arrests were announced.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined, and officials have not released information regarding contributing factors.
The Ontario Police Department responded to the scene, secured the area, and initiated an investigation. Authorities advised that additional information may be obtained through the department.
The crash may have caused temporary traffic impacts near the intersection of Bon View Avenue and Ontario Boulevard as officers conducted their investigation.
The Ontario crash remains under investigation by the Ontario Police Department.
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