NEVADA CITY, Calif. July 4, 2018 – On July 3 at around 6:46 pm, 50-year-old Grass Valley resident Mr. Rick Caffey was driving a 1998 Honda Civic eastbound on SR-20 west of Chalk Bluff Road. 71-year old Grass Valley resident Mr. Edward Mabe was driving a 1994 GMC Sierra westbound on SR-20 approaching Mr. Caffey’s […]
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Fatal motorcycle accident on Purdon Road
NEVADA CITY, Calif. July 1, 2018 – Yesterday at 12:55 am, the California Highway Patrol received a call of a solo motorcycle collision that was a confirmed fatality. When units arrived at the scene at 1:14 am, they discovered that the rider identified as Mr. Gary Wallace, 69, a Nevada City resident, had been reported […]
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CHP says plan ahead for safe summer travel
SACRAMENTO, Calif. June 21, 2018 – Summer in California is a time for many people to enjoy road trips, see the sights, and visit new places. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reminds everyone to put safety first and prepare for travel so summer fun does not become summer disaster. “Good planning will make your trip […]
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Accident on Hwy 20 kills 2-year old, severely injures driver
March 13, 2018 – On 3/12/18 at approximately 9:00 pm, Grass Valley resident Albert Silva was driving a 2007 Ford Focus westbound on State Route 20 approaching Harmony Ridge Road. Silva’s passenger was a 2 year old child, who was not restrained in an appropriate child safety seat. Silva allowed the Ford to travel off […]
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Fatalities identified in solo vehicle crash in Hwy 20
February 6, 2018 – On February 5, 2018, at approximately 4:15 pm, a Toyota Corolla with two male occupants was traveling on State Route 20 westbound, east of Pine Needle Way, towards Nevada City. According to witnesses, the Toyota was driving erratically within the westbound traffic lane prior to the collision. For unknown reasons the […]
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Solo vehicle accident at Idaho-Maryland off ramp causes major injuries to passenger
February 2, 2018 – On February 2, 2018 at approximately 11:52 hours, 65-year-old Hamar Ashley of Nevada City, was traveling westbound on SR-20 just west of ldaho-Maryland Road in a 2005 Ford F-150 pickup at an unknown high rate of speed. Mr. Ashley exited the freeway at the East Main Street exit (at Idaho-Maryland Road), […]
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DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze
SACRAMENTO, CA December 27, 2017 – The issue of drivers under the influence of drugs (DUID), rather than alcohol, is an increasingly serious problem in California. Faced with more instances of DUID, state and local officials are reiterating the message that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” The message takes on increased importance as the state […]
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CHP Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period
SACRAMENTO, Calif. December 19, 2017 – As Californians get ready for holiday travel, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is set to begin its Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP). The holiday enforcement effort is designed to help ensure the safety of the motoring public during a time when celebrations are in full swing. The MEP begins […]
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Alleged DUI collision resulting in injury on Rough and Ready Highway
GRASS VALLEY, Calif. November 29, 2017 – Yesterday, at 6:10 pm, Grass Valley resident Anastasia Torres, 40, was driving southbound on Rough and Ready Highway, north of Hwy 20 in a 1997 Mercedes sedan. Christian Nasralla, a 48-year old Grass Valley resident, was driving northbound on Rough and Ready Highway) in a 2012 Toyota Tacoma […]
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CHP: Before You Give Thanks, Buckle Up
SACRAMENTO, Calif. November 20, 2017 – Thanksgiving weekend, traditionally one of the busiest travel times in America, can also be one of the deadliest on the roadways. To help motorists avoid tragedies, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will have all available officers on patrol during a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP). The MEP begins at 6:01 […]
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Stolen vehicle recovered after pursuit near Lime Kiln Road, suspect in custody
GRASS VALLEY, Calif. November 3, 2017 – Today at approximately 3:12 PM, the California Highway Patrol initiated an enforcement stop on a black Jeep Wrangler on McCourtney Road at Wolf Mountain Road. Upon a registration check, it was discovered the vehicle was stolen. The driver, later identified as 36-year old Joseph Lewis Haskins, a New […]
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CHP Helps New Drivers Start Smart
SACRAMENTO, Calif. Oct. 20, 2017 – Motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States and a concern the California Highway Patrol (CHP) addresses with its Start Smart program. The likelihood of a teen being involved in a collision is significantly reduced when high-risk driving behaviors are eliminated. The […]
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Labor Day means stepped-up safety patrols
SACRAMENTO, Calif. August 29, 2017 – Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest weekends on the road. To make sure it is also a safe one, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be working hard to spread the word about the dangers of impaired driving through education and increased enforcement. All available CHP officers […]
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CHP Helicopter H-24 rescues lightning strike victim on Donner Summit (video)
August 23, 2017 – On 8/22/2017 at approximately 1400 hours, the crew of H-24 received a call from the Cal Fire Grass Valley dispatch center of a lightning strike male victim in the remote wilderness area of Tinkers Knob near Donner Summit. The crew responded from the Auburn Airport and located the victim on the […]
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CHP: Seat Belt Safety Never Takes A Holiday – Buckle Up!
SACRAMENTO, Calif. May 23, 2017 – Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start of summer and a time when many families and travelers will be on the go. California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers will take to the roads throughout the holiday weekend and will be working to save lives through seat belt education and enforcement. […]
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Distracted Driving Awareness Month
SACRAMENTO, Calif. April 6, 2017 – April is recognized as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. In California, the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), and Impact Teen Drivers (ITD), as well as community partners and law enforcement agencies throughout the state, are working together to make the roads safer. The campaign […]
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CHP Officer Dies Following Traffic Collision in South Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. February 22, 2017 – This evening at approximately 5:45 p.m., California Highway Patrol (CHP) motorcycle Officer Lucas F. Chellew, ID 19402, was in pursuit of a motorcycle eastbound on Fruitridge Road east of State Route 99. During the pursuit, a collision occurred, causing Officer Chellew to lose control of his motorcycle. Officer Chellew […]