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All four victims identified after Angeles Crest crash

By The BriefBrief · Sources (6)

Filed: Sep 08, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET

Summary: Authorities identified four people killed after a black 2016 Hyundai Veloster plunged off a cliff along Angeles Crest Highway near Wrightwood. The crash occurred about 1:30 a.m. Friday on SR-2 between Big Pines and Wrightwood; two others were injured. CHP said none of the six occupants were wearing seat belts.

WHO: Los Angeles County medical examiner; California Highway Patrol; four victims: Rebeka Citlali Cabral Gonzalez, Jason Potter, Nevaeh Harper, Cole Torres; two additional injured occupants

WHAT: A vehicle left Angeles Crest Highway, overturned down an embankment, and collided with a power pole, killing four and injuring two.

WHEN: Sep 08, 2026 at 1:54 PM ET

WHERE: Angeles Crest Highway (State Route 2) between Big Pines and Wrightwood, near Wrightwood

WHY: Authorities suspect alcohol was a factor in the crash.

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