Introduction to the Incident

Federal authorities have lodged an immigration detainer for the truck driver accused of causing Tuesday’s eight-vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway in Ontario that killed three people, including a former Pomona High School coach and his wife, they said on Thursday, Oct. 23.

Charges Against the Driver

The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office announced, also on Thursday, Oct. 23, that Jashanpreet Singh, a 21-year-old from Yuba City, is charged with three counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, and one count of DUI causing injury.

Immigration Status of the Driver

The Department of Homeland Security said on Thursday that Singh, originally from India, entered the United States in 2022 and is in the country unlawfully.

Three people were killed and others injured in an eight-vehicle pileup involving semi-trucks and other vehicles on the 10 Freeway in Ontario on Tuesday, Oct. 21. (Photo by OnScene.TV)

Detainer and Custody

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement lodged the detainer, signalling that federal authorities should be notified before Singh is released from local custody. They asked that he be held for up to 48 hours beyond his scheduled release so federal officers can assume custody.

Victims of the Crash

Two victims were identified as Clarence Nelson, a former assistant basketball coach at Pomona High School, and his wife, according to a post by the school. The couple was in a vehicle that became engulfed in flames.
Clarence Nelson, a former assistant basketball coach at Pomona High School, and his wife were among the three people killed in the crash on the 10 freeway in Ontario on Tuesday, Oct. 21, according to a post shared by the school. (Photo by Pomona High School)
The third victim, a 54-year-old Upland man, was driving a pickup truck, authorities said. His name had not yet been publicly released.

Details of the Crash

The crash occurred around 1:10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, on the westbound 10 Freeway near the 15 Freeway.
Investigators said Singh, driving a Freightliner semi-truck, failed to stop as traffic slowed — triggering a chain-reaction collision involving four commercial big rigs and four other vehicles.

Injuries and Aftermath

Four other people were hospitalized, including two with major injuries, said Rodrigo Jimenez, who is an officer and a spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol.

Conclusion

The incident highlights the importance of enforcing traffic laws and immigration regulations to prevent such tragedies. The case against Jashanpreet Singh is ongoing, and the community mourns the loss of the three victims.

FAQs

Q: What were the charges against Jashanpreet Singh?
A: Singh is charged with three counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, and one count of DUI causing injury.
Q: What is the immigration status of Jashanpreet Singh?
A: Singh is in the country unlawfully, having entered the United States in 2022.
Q: How many people were killed in the crash?
A: Three people were killed, including a former Pomona High School coach and his wife.
Q: What is the current status of the case?
A: The case against Jashanpreet Singh is ongoing, with federal authorities lodging an immigration detainer against him.
Originally Published: October 23, 2025 at 10:54 AM PDT