The collision occurred around 1:16 p.m. on State Route 46, west of Smith Avenue, resulting in one fatality. This article details what is known and how to request an official crash report.
WASCO, CA - January 19, 2026
One person was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Saturday afternoon in Wasco, California. The crash occurred around 1:16 p.m. on State Route 46, just west of Smith Avenue. Details about the vehicles involved and the cause of the collision have not been specified in reports.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 19, 2026, around 1:16 p.m.
- Location: State Route 46 near Smith Avenue, Wasco, CA
- Type of crash: Two-vehicle collision
- Fatalities: 1
- Cause/allegations: Not specified in reports
- Source(s): Wasco, CA – 1 Killed in Two-Vehicle Collision on SR-46
Crash Overview
The fatal collision occurred on Saturday afternoon around 1:16 p.m. on State Route 46, just west of Smith Avenue in Wasco, CA. According to reports, the incident involved two vehicles, though further details about the vehicles and their movements have not been released.
Emergency responders were called to the scene following the crash. However, information regarding the specific agencies that responded and their actions has not been provided.
The crash resulted in one fatality. The identity of the deceased has not been released, and no information about other potential injuries is available at this time.
People Involved
The collision involved the driver of one of the vehicles, who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities have not released the name or age of the individual involved. There is no information available about other occupants or injuries resulting from the crash.