Twentynine Palms, CA (March 13, 2023) – One person has died as a result of a fatal accident that took place on Saturday afternoon in Twentynine Palms.
At approximately 12:24 p.m. on March 11, troopers with California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a crash on Highway 62.
According to CHP, a white pickup truck and a silver SUV collided along Highway 62 in the area near Sunview Avenue. The crash prompted authorities to close off the road for an extended period.
Paramedics were notified that their assistance was needed on-site. Paramedics confirm that one person passed away from the injuries that they suffered while at the scene. Other victims who required medical care were treated on-site by responding medical personnel.
The California Highway Patrol is trying to determine what caused the accident to take place.
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Every day, more than 10 people die in motor vehicle accidents in California. These accidents take the lives of thousands of people annually. There are countless instances where innocent people end up passing away from the injuries they suffer due to vehicle collisions caused by careless and reckless drivers.
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