1 Injured in Oroville Car Crash on Highway 70

1 Seriously Injured in Collision on Highway 70 in Oroville

Oroville, California (May 8, 2023) – Authorities are investigating a major injury car crash that happened in Oroville on Sunday afternoon.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened on Highway 70 at around 5:04 p.m.

A white pickup truck and an SUV were involved in the collision, but the events leading up to the accident were not immediately established.

One person was trapped in the wreckage and had to be extricated.

Authorities say at least one person was transported to the hospital with severe injuries.

More details about the accident were not released.

An investigation into the accident is underway.