Three Dead, 5 Injured after Three-Car Crash on Stadium Road

ISLA VISTA, CA (May 31, 2022) – Saturday night, three victims were killed and five were injured in an auto collision on El Colegio Road.

The incident occurred around 6:00 p.m., near the intersection of El Colegio and Stadium Road on May 28.

Reports indicate that one of the drivers recklessly ran a red light at the intersection. As a result, three cars collided, sending one vehicle off the road and into a tree.

The Santa Barbara County Fire Department declared three victims dead at the scene. A total of five victims suffered injuries, two with major injuries and three others with minor wounds.

At this time, further events surrounding the deadly collision remain unclear.


No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of the victims.


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