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Alcohol, No Seat Belts in Fatal Veloster Rollover

9/5/2026

Summary

Hyundai Veloster Crash

A 2016 Hyundai Veloster crashed on State Route 2 near Wrightwood, killing four and injuring two.
Investigators said none of the six occupants wore seat belts and alcohol likely contributed.
Emergency crews used about 40 feet of cable to rescue victims amid debris.
Two critically injured survivors were air-lifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton.
The crash was reported to authorities around 1:30 a.m. on Friday.

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Veloster Rollover

CHP classified the crash as a single-vehicle rollover, saying the investigation continues.
CHP located the wreck at marker 81.30 on State Route 2 near Angeles National Forest.
Investigating Officer F. Melgar asked for tips, listing the CHP Antelope Valley line (661) 743-6060 for calls.
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office is the contact for deceased inquiries.
ABC7 aerial footage showed a black Hyundai Veloster and four bodies covered with blankets.

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Hyundai Veloster Crash

A 2016 Hyundai Veloster crashed on State Route 2 near Wrightwood, killing four and injuring two.
Investigators said none of the six occupants wore seat belts and alcohol likely contributed.
Emergency crews used about 40 feet of cable to rescue victims amid debris.
Two critically injured survivors were air-lifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton.
The crash was reported to authorities around 1:30 a.m. on Friday.

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