Fatal Crash on Highway 126 Under Investigation

Fatal Highway 126 Crash in Castaic Under Investigation After Collision With Stopped Semi-Truck

A tragic two-vehicle collision on Tuesday morning, October 14, 2025, claimed the life of a man on Highway 126 east of Travel Village in Castaic, Los Angeles County. According to the California Highway Patrol’s Newhall-area Office, officers responded around 7:32 a.m. to reports of a crash near the recreational vehicle park just west of Interstate 5. Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel pronounced the driver deceased at the scene. No other injuries requiring transport were reported.

Preliminary reports indicate that the victim’s vehicle collided with a semi-truck that was stopped on the side of the roadway. The exact sequence of events and the reasons the tractor-trailer was stopped remain under active investigation. Early-morning rainfall was reported in parts of the area, though the CHP has not confirmed whether weather was a contributing factor. Anyone with information or dashcam footage from the corridor during the relevant timeframe may assist investigators.

What We Know So Far

- Time and location: Approximately 7:32 a.m., Highway 126 near Travel Village, just west of I-5.
- Vehicles involved: A passenger vehicle and a semi-truck reportedly stopped on the shoulder or side of the roadway.
- Fatality: One adult male driver was found in the passenger vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.
- Cause: Under investigation by CHP; weather involvement not confirmed.
- Next steps: CHP will review physical evidence, roadway markings, vehicle damage, and witness statements. In fatal cases, specialized teams may conduct a detailed reconstruction.

Avian Law Group extends our heartfelt support and condolences to everyone affected by this devastating two-vehicle collision. In the wake of such a tragic event, our priority is to stand with the victims and their families as they navigate the physical, emotional, and financial challenges that follow.

Our legal team is fully committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this crash — examining driver conduct, vehicle conditions, roadway safety, and any factors that may have contributed to the collision. We will work tirelessly to ensure that the truth is uncovered and that those responsible are held legally accountable for their actions.

While no legal outcome can erase the pain of this tragedy, Avian Law Group is dedicated to securing justice and fair compensation for those impacted. We remain unwavering in our mission to protect the rights of accident victims and to promote safer roads for everyone in our community.