[05-29-2026] Los Angeles County, CA – One Killed in Possible Head-On Collision on Newhall Ranch Rd. in Santa Clarita

One person was killed following what appeared to be a head-on collision in Santa Clarita on Friday afternoon, May 29, 2026.

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the crash occurred around 2:40 p.m. on Newhall Ranch Road between Rye Canyon Road and Copper Hill Drive.

Authorities reported that the collision involved a wrong-way driver, and at least one person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Details regarding the cause of the crash and whether any additional injuries occurred have not been released.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

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