Nevaeh Harper Obituary: 20-Year-Old Dies in Tragic Wrightwood Crash

Nevaeh Harper, 20, has been identified as one of four young people who died in a devastating single-car crash near Wrightwood, California, on September 4, 2026.

The early morning collision claimed four lives and left two other people critically injured.

Nevaeh Harper Dies in Fatal California Crash

The crash happened shortly after 1:30 a.m. on the eastern edge of the Angeles National Forest between Big Pines and Wrightwood.

California Highway Patrol officials said a black 2016 Hyundai Veloster carrying six people veered off the highway, rolled down a hillside and crashed into a power pole.

Nevaeh was among four occupants who died at the scene.

Two other people involved in the collision were transported to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Investigation Continues Into Wrightwood Collision

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances that led to the deadly crash.

Alcohol use is considered a factor, according to investigators. CHP officials also said the vehicle was designed to seat four people even though six people were inside.

Officials have not determined where the additional passengers were seated when the crash occurred.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to establish the events leading up to the fatal collision.

Remembering Nevaeh Harper

Nevaeh Harper was only 20 years old when her life was tragically cut short.

Her death has brought profound grief to her family, friends and loved ones. She was one of four young victims lost in the September 4 crash, alongside Rebekah Cabral-Gonzalez, Jason Potter and Cole Torres.

GoFundMe campaigns have been created to help the families of the victims following the devastating crash.

Our thoughts are with Nevaeh Harper’s loved ones during this heartbreaking time.