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Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old chef at Nobu Malibu, died after a 16-year-old driver crashed into his parked car on Pacific Coast Highway early Saturday. The driver, who appeared to be speeding, was not charged, and the vehicle was leased by Hollywood composer Harry Gregson-Williams.
Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old chef at Nobu Malibu, died Saturday morning after a 16-year-old driver struck his parked vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway. The suspect vehicle, a 2026 Range Rover, is leased by acclaimed film composer Harry Gregson-Williams. Authorities report the teen was speeding, and the investigation remains ongoing with no charges filed.
Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old chef with 25 years of experience at Nobu Malibu, was killed early Saturday morning when a 16-year-old driver struck his parked vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway. The teen driver, who was not intoxicated, remained at the scene, but no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.
Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old chef at Nobu Malibu, died from multiple blunt force injuries after a 16-year-old driver struck his parked vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway early Saturday. The Los Angeles County medical examiner ruled the death an accident. No arrests have been made, and the teen driver remains under investigation for speeding.
Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old chef at Nobu Malibu, died after a 16-year-old driver struck his parked car on Pacific Coast Highway early Saturday. The teen, who was speeding, remains under investigation with no charges filed yet.
A 51-year-old chef at Nobu Malibu died after a 16-year-old driver struck his parked vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway early Saturday. The victim, Ryo Uchimiya, was sleeping in his car while waiting for work. The teen driver, who was not arrested, is under investigation for speeding on a stretch of road known for high fatality rates.
Evacuations were ordered along California’s Big Sur coast as the Timber Fire in Monterey County grew to about 2,000 acres with around 500 firefighters on scene; the blaze threatened tourist sites such as Nepenthe, Henry Miller Memorial Library and Alila Ventana, prompted a partial closure of Highway 1 to nonresidents, and officials are focused on protecting homes while containment was only about 5% as crews work in rugged terrain; the fire is moving slowly and the cause is under investigation, with 259 buildings threatened.
A fast-growing wildfire in Big Sur—the Timber fire—has grown to about 1,700 acres and is only 5% contained, triggering evacuation orders for iconic spots like Nepenthe, Henry Miller Memorial Library, and the Alila Ventana Big Sur, with Pacific Coast Highway closed to nonresidents. About 300 firefighters were on scene with multiple aerial assets, while conditions including steep terrain, dry heat and variable winds hinder containment; Cal Fire has assumed command and opened an evacuation shelter at Carmel Middle School as residents and visitors flee to safety.
California’s Pacific Coast Highway fully reopened after a three-year closure, with the seven-mile Big Sur stretch the last to come back online following multiple landslides (Regent’s Slide and Paul’s Slide) and a wildfire. Caltrans stabilized slopes with deep steel reinforcements and removed vast amounts of mud and debris, restoring a vital economic lifeline for Big Sur, and Gov. Newsom called the reopening a relief for local businesses and residents.
Five people were hospitalized after a helicopter crashed near Huntington Beach, with the helicopter veering close to a building before crashing onto the street, causing injuries and road closures; the cause of the crash remains unclear.
A fast-moving brush fire, named the Broad Fire, has burned at least 40 acres and one home in Malibu, California, prompting the closure of the Pacific Coast Highway in both directions. Residents are being warned to prepare for potential evacuations as strong Santa Ana winds exacerbate the fire threat. Meanwhile, a separate 250-acre fire is threatening structures in Ventura County. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for damaging wind gusts in the region.
Four Pepperdine University students were killed when a speeding BMW crashed into them on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, adding to the deadly reputation of the road. The highway, which runs through the scenic coastal town and is lined with million-dollar homes, has been the site of numerous fatal accidents. Residents and community leaders are demanding safety changes, including lower speed limits and the installation of speed cameras. A memorial featuring 58 white tires, symbolizing the lives lost on the road since 2010, has been dedicated to raise awareness of the dangers.
A candlelight vigil was held for the four Pepperdine University students who were tragically killed in a crash on the Pacific Coast Highway. The community mourned the loss of the seniors, with classes canceled and a prayer service held on campus. The mayor of Malibu plans to petition for increased patrols and speed cameras on the dangerous stretch of road where the accident occurred. The university also announced that the students would be eligible to receive posthumous degrees. The driver involved in the crash, Fraser Michael Bohm, faces charges of gross vehicular manslaughter.
Four students from Pepperdine University were killed when a driver lost control of his car and crashed into parked vehicles on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California. The victims, identified as Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams, were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, Fraser Michael Bohm, has been arrested and charged with vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence. Pepperdine University is mourning the loss of the students and plans to hold a prayer service and memorial services in their honor.
Four Pepperdine University students were killed when a 22-year-old driver in a dark-colored BMW lost control, crashed into them, and sideswiped several parked vehicles on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. The driver, Fraser Michael Bhom, is facing manslaughter charges and was seen on video taking a field sobriety test. Residents are calling for increased safety measures on the dangerous stretch of PCH where the accident occurred.