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Driver killed in fiery, single-vehicle crash in Lancaster

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The fiery collision happened around 6:13 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the intersection of Avenue L and Sierra Highway in Lancaster, sheriff’s officials said. [Image by ANTHONY CHEVAL]
LANCASTER – A driver died Monday evening when his vehicle crashed and then burst into flames at a Lancaster intersection, authorities said.

The fatal single-vehicle collision happened around 6:13 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the intersection of Avenue L and Sierra Highway, according to a news release from the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station.

“Preliminary investigation indicates a male adult in a Ford Focus was traveling southbound on Sierra Highway in the #2 lane, approaching Avenue L… [He] lost control of his vehicle, subsequently colliding into the center median, street sign and traffic signal post before bursting into flames,” the sheriff’s news release states.

The driver died at the scene. His identity has not yet been released pending next of kin notification, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.

“Speed may be a factor in the collision. It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs played a role,” the sheriff’s news release states.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this collision is encouraged to contact traffic investigators at the Lancaster Sheriff’s  Station at 661-948-8466.

[ANTHONY CHEVAL]
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12 comments for "Driver killed in fiery, single-vehicle crash in Lancaster"

  1. Yes, you are right “it’s a little late to be saying that” for James. I suppose the statement could be viewed as a selfish one. But, I made the statement without the need to conceal my identity because I ment it.
    The fact that I could not relate the same to him before his passing will be something I will have to live with.
    Thanks for pointing out the obvious “it’s a little late to be saying that.”. Remember, the focus here is James and the love ones he left behind. Raising money for his funeral. The issue here is neither about me nor about any other person who has commented on this unforgetable tragedy.

  2. I’m sorry this happened to you James. I’m really sorry for being mad at you the last time I saw you for something so insignificant. I’m sorry, my friend. You were a geneously pleasant and giving indivudual. R.I.P.

    • @Gustavo, it’s a little late to be saying that now isn’t it? Here today, gone tomorrow – RIP JAMES

  4. R.i.p. I am so sorry this happened to you..it hurt my soul when I heard this. Now you can rest your soul in heaven with god. I am so sorry..god bless your soul..one love!