Littlerock, CA - Katlyn Stallard, 35, Killed in Head-On Crash on Pearblossom Highway

Littlerock, CA (June 28, 2026) - Katlyn Stallard, 35, died after a head-on collision on East Pearblossom Highway early Sunday morning.

The crash happened at about 12:54 a.m. in the 8000 block of East Pearblossom Highway. It involved a Chevrolet Camaro and a Honda Accord.

Stallard was pronounced deceased at the scene. An unidentified occupant was taken to Palmdale Regional Medical Center with unspecified injuries.

The Antelope Valley station of the California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. No additional details have been released.

This is a developing story. Details may change as the investigation continues.

A head-on crash in the middle of the night gives families no warning and no chance to say goodbye. For the people who loved Katlyn Stallard, the days ahead will bring grief first, and hard questions about what happened on that stretch of highway soon after.

Fatal Car Accidents in Los Angeles County, California

Can a family pursue a claim before the CHP investigation is finished?

Yes. A wrongful death claim is separate from any police investigation. Families do not need to wait for a final report before an attorney can begin building a case.

What can a wrongful death claim cover in California?

A claim can cover funeral and burial costs, loss of the victim's income and support, and the loss of companionship and guidance the family will no longer receive.

What does "under investigation" mean for the family right now?

It means fault has not been determined yet. In a head-on crash between two vehicles, investigators will look at lane position, speed, and road conditions before reaching a conclusion. California follows pure comparative fault, so compensation is not barred even if more than one party shares blame.

What is the filing deadline?

California wrongful death claims must generally be filed within two years of the date of death (CCP § 377.60). For this crash, that deadline is June 28, 2028.

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A crash like this leaves a family absorbing loss and confusion at the same time, often before the sun comes up on an ordinary Sunday.

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