2 Teens Killed in Crash on Yorba Linda Boulevard are Identified

2-Vehicle Crash in Yorba Linda

YORBA LINDA, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2026) — Brooklyn Olivia Mejia, 16, of Yorba Linda, and Matthew Andres Santome, 16, of Placentia, both died following a two-vehicle crash on Friday night on Yorba Linda Boulevard, authorities said.

The teenagers were traveling together in one of the cars that crashed into a tree at Yorba Linda Boulevard and Ohio Street around 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026.

The Placentia boy, who was driving one of the cars, reportedly died at the scene and the Yorba Linda girl was taken to the hospital in critical condition following the crash. She later died at the hospital.

The second driver reportedly had minor vehicle damage and survived with no major injuries. The motorist cooperated with authorities and the investigation.

Police do not suspect drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash, however, the circumstances leading to the collision are being investigated.

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