December 26, 2023 – Nationwide Repport®
The California Highway Patrol reported a multi-vehicle accident in Santa Barbara County on Monday. The accident occurred on Highway 166, near West Main Street, at around 1:38 a.m.
According to the officials, two vehicles were involved in the collision. The events leading up to the crash are not entirely clear at this time. One person was fatally injured and was pronounced dead at the scene. A second person was injured and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
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.
Source: Nooz Hawk