Santa Cruz County, CA (January 31, 2026) – Two people were taken to the hospital after a collision between two vehicles in the Ben Lomond area of Santa Cruz County. The incident occurred around 11:49 a.m. On State Route 9 at Main St, right in front of Ben Lomond Liquors. Emergency responders from the California Highway Patrol, local fire departments, and AMR were sent to the scene following reports of a major crash between a Ford Mustang electric SUV and another vehicle. Authorities say one of the vehicles hit a nearby bus stop in the crash. Initial reports suggest a pedestrian might also have been involved, although those details are still being verified. Medics and firefighters provided aid to the injured following the crash. Two individuals, one of whom was a driver, were taken to a nearby hospital for medical care. The severity of their injuries has not been publicly revealed yet. The crash led to significant traffic disruptions around the busy State Route 9 and Main St intersection in central Ben Lomond. Officials secured the scene as medical aid was provided and debris was removed from the road. Authorities are ongoing with their probe to identify the crash’s cause and any other involved parties. Our thoughts go out to the injured, and we wish them a full and swift recovery.
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