Buttonwillow, CA – Two-Vehicle Crash on NB I-5 Near SR-46 Leaves Injuries

Buttonwillow, CA (April 22, 2025) – On the evening of April 21, a two-vehicle crash occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 just south of State Route 46 near Buttonwillow, leaving two people with injuries. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Bakersfield Division responded to the scene shortly after midnight at 12:02 a.m. The accident involved a white Chevrolet Silverado and a black sedan. Initial reports suggest one of the vehicles may have abruptly changed lanes, leading to a side-impact collision that caused both vehicles to come to a stop on the freeway shoulder.

Emergency medical services were quickly dispatched. Responders provided on-site assistance and transported one injured individual to a local hospital for further care. Another victim was treated at the scene for non-life-threatening injuries. The severity of the injuries is currently under review, and no fatalities have been reported. The Bakersfield CHP is continuing with the investigations.

We extend our sincerest wishes to the individuals affected by this crash and hope they recover quickly and fully.