June 26, 2023 / Source: San Diego Union-Tribune
The California Highway Patrol reported a motor vehicle accident on Sunday. The accident occurred on Interstate 5 in northern San Diego County at around 1.20 p.m.
According to the officials, the collision involved a single vehicle. An SUV had crashed into a tree, overturned and then burst into flames.
The officials have confirmed that at least one person was fatally injured and pronounced dead at the scene. They have not confirmed if there were other people injured in the crash and what the extent of the injuries are. The identity of the deceased victim is not yet known at this time.
The cause of the fatal crash is still being investigated. It is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the collision. There are no other details available at this time.