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Alleged DUI driver arrested after deadly San Fernando Valley crash
One person killed in early morning collision on Reseda Boulevard in Porter Ranch
Mar. 15, 2026 at 1:54pm
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An alleged DUI driver has been arrested after a crash in the San Fernando Valley overnight that led to the death of one person, authorities said. The collision occurred around 2:20 a.m. Sunday on Reseda Boulevard in Porter Ranch. The driver who caused the crash was transported to a local hospital and will be booked for driving under the influence of drugs and causing a collision with fatal injuries.
Why it matters
Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety issue, with alcohol and drug-related crashes resulting in thousands of deaths each year. This incident highlights the tragic consequences that can occur when someone chooses to get behind the wheel while under the influence.
The details
According to the Los Angeles Police Department's Valley Traffic Division, a two-car collision was reported at about 2:20 a.m. on Reseda Boulevard in Porter Ranch. One of the drivers involved, who was the lone occupant of their vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other driver who police said caused the crash was transported to a local hospital and will be booked for driving under the influence of drugs and causing a collision with fatal injuries. A passenger was inside that vehicle at the time of the crash and they were treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.
- The collision occurred around 2:20 a.m. Sunday on Reseda Boulevard in Porter Ranch.
The players
Los Angeles Police Department's Valley Traffic Division
The law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the crash.
What’s next
No additional details were immediately made available, but the investigation into the crash is ongoing.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from impaired driving. It underscores the critical importance of road safety and the need for continued education and enforcement efforts to prevent such senseless loss of life.
