Inyo County, CA – On the evening of Monday, March 31, 2025, a fatal traffic collision involving a big rig occurred on US-395 near Walker Creek Road in Olancha, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the incident took place around 6:00 PM, blocking both lanes of southbound traffic.
The driver of the big rig was found unresponsive, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene. Unfortunately, the driver was later confirmed deceased.
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) assisted in the removal of the vehicle, and hazmat crews were also called to address any potential environmental hazards from the crash.
The collision led to significant road closures as crews worked to clear debris and make the area safe. Southbound lanes were reopened later in the evening after traffic had been diverted around the crash site.
At the time of this report, the investigation into the cause of the crash was ongoing, and no further details about the deceased’s identity had been released.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
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