California

Man Killed in Accident at I-10 near Chiriaco Summit, CA

Published on: August 16, 2022

Date of Accident
August 12, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-10, Thousand Palms, CA 92276, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a man at I-10 near Chiriaco Summit, CA on August 12th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 4:50 p.m. According to investigators, a box truck allegedly traveling at a high rate of speed is said to have collided with the rear of a stopped semi-truck. The box truck caught fire on impact and the driver died at the scene. No other injuries were reported. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
California Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer, Box Truck
Road/Highway
I-10
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Box truck collided with the rear of a stopped semi-truck

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