According to the California Highway Patrol, a multi-vehicle accident occurred in Apple Valley. The crash happened at the intersection of Apple Valley Road and Tuscola Road at around 1 p.m.
According to the investigators, a Honda Civic and a Lincoln Navigator were involved in the collision. The Lincoln driver was traveling northbound in the two-way left turn lane and side-swiped the Honda Civic.
A 73-year-old Henry Wheeler was identified as the Lincoln driver who suffered significant injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to the reports, it is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident. No additional information regarding the fatal crash was provided by the Deputies.