Beams from truck load smash through truck in California, officials say

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Thursday, November 5, 2026 8:44PM
Beams from truck load smash through pickup in Westminster
Unbelievable photos show beams that crashed all the way through a truck in Westminster on Wednesday morning, causing minor injuries.
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WESTMINSTER, Calif. -- Unbelievable photos show beams that crashed all the way through a truck in Westminster on Wednesday morning.

California Highway Patrol shared photos of the crash, which happened on the 405 Freeway.

The beams came off what appears to be a work truck with a rack and smashed right through the back of a pickup truck.

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The photos show where the beams pierced the driver's side, just above the steering wheel.

Miraculously, only minor injuries were reported.

CHP shared the photos of the crash as a reminder for drivers to secure their loads.

"Before hitting the road, make sure your load is properly secured, tied down, not overloaded, and safe for travel. A few extra minutes of preparation can prevent a serious crash and save lives," CHP Westminster wrote in a post on social media.

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