Ventura County, CA (February 17, 2026) – The California Highway Patrol reported a deadly two-car crash Monday morning on State Route 126 at Pyle Road. The incident took place on Monday, February 16, around 9:116 a.m. Initial reports mentioned a white work truck and a black Tesla in the collision. Debris littered the lanes after the collision. Ventura County Fire Department responders arrived at the scene and called for a helicopter and a heavy-duty tow truck to help with extrication. Officials later confirmed that one person was killed in the crash. A tow for evidence was requested for the Tesla, and the Ventura County Coroner was informed. The white work truck was not deemed evidence. State Route 126 remained closed for multiple hours while crews cleared debris, removed the vehicles, and carried out an investigation into the fatal crash. The eastbound lanes reopened just after 1:00 p.m.
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