The crash occurred on the CA-259 Freeway at Baseline Street at approximately 10:14 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
San Bernardino, CA – One person was killed following a traffic collision late Wednesday night on a freeway in San Bernardino, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash occurred on the CA-259 Freeway at Baseline Street at approximately 10:14 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
Authorities have not released details regarding how the collision occurred. The California Highway Patrol did not state the number of vehicles involved or provide information about the direction of travel or the sequence of events leading up to the crash.
Jeffrey Plazz, a 44-year-old homeless resident of San Bernardino, was transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. No additional injuries were reported, and no arrests were announced.
The cause of the crash has not been disclosed and remains under investigation based on the information provided by authorities.
Officers with the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene and conducted the investigation.
The collision resulted in emergency activity near the CA-259 Freeway and Baseline Street, though the extent of traffic delays was not specified.
The incident remains under investigation, and further details may be released as authorities continue examining the circumstances surrounding the fatal San Bernardino crash.
California Crash Statistics
Traffic fatalities remain a significant concern throughout California. According to the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), the state records more than 4,000 traffic-related fatalities each year, with urban freeways accounting for a substantial portion of serious and fatal crashes. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also indicates that nighttime collisions are more likely to result in fatal outcomes.
Legal Help After a Fatal Traffic Collision
If you lost a loved one in a San Bernardino crash, you may have legal options available. A wrongful death attorney can help families pursue compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and emotional suffering. Consulting with an experienced attorney can help protect your rights while authorities continue investigating the crash.