Monterey, CA – On the late night of Monday, July 14, 2025, a five-vehicle collision on northbound Highway 1 caused one person to sustain major injuries and several others to suffer minor injuries, according to KSBW.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the crash occurred around 11:55 PM just south of Highway 68. The impact of the collision forced the closure of the affected stretch of Highway 1 for about four hours while emergency responders and cleanup crews worked at the scene.
Emergency personnel treated multiple victims at the site, transporting the seriously injured individual to a hospital for immediate care. The identities and exact conditions of those with minor injuries have not been disclosed.
Authorities suspect that the driver who was seriously injured was under the influence. Motorists experienced significant delays as crews cleared vehicles and debris before reopening the roadway late into the night.
California DUI Law
Section 23153(a) of the California Vehicle Code (CVC) states that it is illegal for any driver to “Operate a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs and, as a result, cause bodily injury to someone else.”
Personal Injury Claims
When the actions of reckless drivers cause others to be injured, the cost of recovery should not fall on their victims. Filing a Personal Injury Claim with the at-fault party’s insurance can provide compensation for medical bills and lost wages during recovery.
