California

Driver Killed in Accident at I-8 near Tavern Rd in Alpine, CA

Published on: February 14, 2023

Date of Accident
February 13, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Tavern Road, Alpine, CA, USA

What Happened

California Highway Patrol officials are investigating a collision that killed a driver at I-8 near Tavern Rd in Alpine, CA on February 13th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 6:30 p.m. According to investigators, a car carrier headed eastbound in a slow lane was rear-ended by a semi-truck under unclear circumstances. The collision caused the vehicle to catch fire and the driver of the second truck was killed. The driver of the car carrier was not injured. Additional details were not provided.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
California Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Passenger Car Carrier
Road/Highway
I-8 near Tavern Rd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck collided with rear of a passenger car carrier

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