A tragic three-vehicle crash occurred in Fallbrook, California, late on Friday night, May 10th, 2024, resulting in four fatalities and one person hospitalized.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the accident happened around 11:18 p.m. on State Route 76 near Horse Ranch Creek Road. A silver Chrysler 300 traveling eastbound crossed into oncoming traffic, colliding head-on with a westbound Jeep Gladiator, which then sideswiped a Toyota Camry also traveling west. The drivers of the Jeep and Chrysler, as well as two adult passengers in the Jeep, died at the scene. Another adult passenger from the Jeep sustained major injuries and was hospitalized. The deceased driver of the Jeep was identified as a 58-year-old man, while information about the other deceased individuals was not available. The investigation, including any involvement of alcohol or drugs, is ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with information about the crash to contact the Oceanside Area CHP office.
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