Accident on Spring Valley
In a tragic incident that marred New Year's Eve celebrations in Spring Valley, a pedestrian lost his life in a collision on State Route 125. The accident occurred at 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve when emergency crews were dispatched to the scene.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a 2013 Toyota Prius struck a 63-year-old tow truck operator in the No. 3 southbound lane, just south of Jamacha Road. The tow truck operator was identified as the victim, and he had been in the roadway, securing another vehicle onto the flatbed of his truck, which was parked on the right shoulder of SR-125.
Tragically, the tow truck operator succumbed to his injuries at the scene and was later pronounced dead. Fortunately, the driver of the Prius did not sustain any injuries.
As a result of the accident, Caltrans had to close one lane on southbound SR-125 north of Jamacha Road for several hours, leading to traffic delays. A Sig Alert was also issued in the area. However, by 9 a.m. on New Year's Day, all lanes had been reopened to motorists, allowing traffic to flow normally.
The CHP is actively investigating the incident, although they have stated that drugs and alcohol are not believed to be contributing factors to the crash.
This heartbreaking accident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance while driving, especially during holiday celebrations. Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the tow truck operator during this difficult time.
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