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Actress Tori Spelling and Seven Children Hospitalized After Car Crash in California

Tori Spelling and seven children were involved in a car crash in Temecula, California, on April 2. The incident occurred when another driver ran a red light while speeding and struck Spelling's vehicle. Spelling and the children received hospital treatment for injuries, and the cause remains under investigation.

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Tori Spelling, known for her role in the television series Beverly Hills, 90210, was involved in a car crash with seven children on April 2 in Temecula, California. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office reported that the crash happened after another driver ran a red light while speeding and hit Spelling's car.

Spelling, aged 52, and the children—four of her own and three friends—were transported to a hospital following the accident.

All occupants were evaluated at the scene by emergency personnel, according to the sheriff's office. No arrests were made at the time. The cause of the collision is still under investigation by authorities.

Spelling described the incident in a video statement, noting that she turned her vehicle hard left to minimize impact on the children, causing the car to spin out. TMZ first reported the crash and stated that Spelling and the children were treated for cuts, bruises, contusions, concussions, and other injuries. Video obtained by TMZ showed Spelling speaking with first responders at the scene.

Photos published by TMZ depicted Spelling’s car with less damage compared to the other vehicle involved. Spelling shares five children with her ex-husband, Dean McDermott. It is unclear which four of her children were in the car.

Spelling expressed thanks to first responders and staff at Inland Valley ER for their care. The accident involved a total of eight people in Spelling's vehicle. No further details on the condition of the other driver were provided in reports.

Key Facts

April 2 crash
involved Tori Spelling's vehicle hit by speeding driver
Seven children
four of Spelling's and three friends hospitalized
Injuries reported
cuts, bruises, contusions, concussions treated
No arrests
cause of collision under investigation
Spelling's family
shares five children with ex-husband Dean McDermott

Story Timeline

4 events
  1. April 2, 2024

    Tori Spelling's car was struck by another vehicle that ran a red light while speeding in Temecula, California.

    1 sourceNbc News
  2. April 2, 2024

    Spelling and seven children were transported to a hospital for evaluation and treatment of injuries.

    1 sourceNbc News
  3. After April 2, 2024

    Riverside County Sheriff’s Office stated no arrests were made and the cause remains under investigation.

    1 sourceNbc News
  4. Recent (post-April 2)

    Tori Spelling released a video statement expressing gratitude to first responders and medical staff.

    1 sourceNbc News

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Spelling and children could require ongoing medical follow-up for concussion-related symptoms.

  2. 02

    Investigation into the crash cause may lead to safety improvements at the Temecula intersection.

  3. 03

    Public awareness of red-light running risks may increase through media coverage of the incident.

  4. 04

    First responders' protocols for multi-child accidents might be reviewed based on this case.

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Word count243 words
PublishedApr 8, 2026, 3:11 PM
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