Ventura, CA – On the morning of Monday, September 8, 2025, a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 118 near Vineyard Avenue left one person dead, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the collision happened shortly after 6:10 AM and involved a silver Chevrolet sedan, a gray Honda Accord, and at least one other vehicle. One of the vehicles may have been driving recklessly before the crash.
Ventura County firefighters arrived at the scene and began CPR on one of the victims. Despite their efforts, the individual later died from their injuries. Officials have not yet released the name of the deceased, pending notification of relatives.
CHP officers closed lanes in both directions of State Route 118 for several hours while they investigated the crash and crews from Caltrans managed traffic control. Multiple vehicles were towed from the roadway as evidence. All lanes reopened around 10:50 AM.
The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the cause of the crash.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
