Monterey, CA — A fatal crash with a power pole early Tuesday morning, September 3, 2024, claimed the life of a driver, according to KSBW.
The accident occurred around 4:28 AM on Highway 183 near Cooper Road. The driver was traveling northbound on Highway 183 in a 2005 Honda Sedan when the vehicle suddenly veered off the road.
According to investigations, the car spun out of control before the rear end collided with a PG&E power pole. The impact was severe enough to bring down active power lines, and the vehicle became engulfed in flames.
Emergency responders pronounced the driver was dead on site. The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of the next of kin by the Monterey County Coroner’s Office.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. It is also unclear whether the fire or the crash itself caused the driver’s death. Authorities are examining all possible factors, including road conditions and potential mechanical issues with the vehicle.
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