13-Year-Old Santa Clarita Soccer Star Bryan Ceja Passes Away in Shocking Highway Collision

13‑Year-Old Santa Clarita Soccer Player Bryan Ceja Dies in Accident, Mother Aracely Hospitalized

Family navigates profound sorrow amid devastating loss.

December 18, 2026

Article last updated by Alisha Shrestha on December 17, 2026

A 13‑year-old soccer player from Santa Clarita, California, Bryan Ceja, tragically lost his life in a sudden freeway collision, leaving behind his grieving parents, notably his mother Aracely.

Bryan was confirmed as one of the fatalities in the Southern California highway disaster by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office.

The fatal incident occurred on Sunday evening, December 14, 2026, along the westbound Foothill (210) Freeway near Sunland Boulevard in Shadow Hills.

Though Bryan was declared deceased at the scene, five others—including his uncle and mother—managed to survive the crash.

Parents of 13‑Year-Old Soccer Player Grieve Over Devastating Tragedy!

Born June 15, 2012, Bryan Ceja was cherished by his mother Aracely, while details regarding his father remain private.

Surviving relatives include his mother Aracely and uncle Erick, who sustained critical injuries during the event.

In response to the tragedy, Bryan’s aunt Katherine Siordia launched a GoFundMe initiative to assist the family during this difficult period.

The Los Angeles SC (LASCSCV) organization also shared a touching tribute on Instagram honoring Bryan’s legacy.

Bryan Ceja, your spirit will always belong to our soccer family; may your memory inspire us always. We hold you in our hearts and wish you eternal peace.

Community members, teammates’ families, and supporters have collectively voiced their sorrow and solidarity.

A teammate’s parent expressed: “My heart breaks for this family. The soccer world feels this loss deeply. I’ve contributed to a donation fund supporting the Ceja family.”

Bryan’s passing resonates across his team and local communities, uniting them in mourning.