California

One Person Killed in Accident at I-5 and Avenue Palizado in San Clement, CA

Published on: July 23, 2024

Date of Accident
July 22, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-5, Castaic, CA, USA

What Happened

California Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-5 and Avenue Palizado in San Clement, CA on July 22nd, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 9:30 a.m. According to investigators, a pair of Caltrans workers were in a shoulder retrieving debris when a tow truck veered from the roadway for unclear reasons. The vehicle is said to have struck the Caltrans vehicle and one of the workers, identified as 55-year-old Alexander Rodish. Police say Rodish was fully injured while the tow truck operator and other Caltrans worker had alleged non-life-threatening injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
California Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tow Truck
Road/Highway
I-5 and Avenue Palizado
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Caltrans worker was struck by a tow truck

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