UPDATED Sep 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Sep 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
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: Reported Sep 8, 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.
