Fatal Crash on 215 Freeway North Near Nuevo Road, in Perris

Semi-Truck Crash on Interstate 215 Freeway

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif., (March 2, 2026) — A tragic accident involving a semi-truck occurred Monday morning in Perris on 215 Freeway North near Nuevo Road, resulting in a fatality, according to a California Highway Patrol report.

The fatal crash was reported on March 2nd at approximately 7:57 a.m. in the Riverside area. Initial details indicate that the crash involved a green and black semi-truck pulling an aluminum step deck trailer. The exact sequence of events leading to the crash remains unclear at this time.

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Emergency responders, including the Riverside Sheriff’s Office coroner and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CDF), were dispatched to the scene to provide assistance. Despite their efforts, one individual was pronounced deceased at the location. The identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

Authorities have engaged multiple towing services to clear the crash site, and traffic was reportedly impacted in the area as units from various agencies were assigned to manage the scene.

The Riverside Police Department is actively investigating the cause of the crash. They are urging any witnesses to come forward with information that may aid in the investigation.

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