16-Year-Old Killed in Solo-Car Crash on Simmons Lane [Novato, CA]

Teenager Dies and Two Others Injured in Solo-Car Crash on Simmons Lane

 
NOVATO, CA (September 15, 2019) – A 16-year-old boy lost his life in a solo-car crash on Simmons Lane, Sunday afternoon.
 
According to the Novato Police Department, the incident happened in the 1100 block of Simmons Lane, shortly after noon. A white four-door sedan attempted to pass another vehicle before veering off the road. Then, the sedan slammed into a brick retaining wall near Marion Avenue.
 
Officers arrived to find an engine fire, which they quickly put out.
 
Emergency responders pronounced the 16-year-old driver dead at the scene. Due to his age, his identity will not be disclosed. Meanwhile, two 16-year-old male passengers were rushed to Bay Area hospitals with unspecified injuries.
 
Investigators believe that speed played a factor in the fatal crash. Anyone with information can call Novato police Sgt. Nick Frey at (415) 897-4361. Authorities will release additional details once they become available.

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We at Sweet Lawyers offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased victim. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this trying time. May he rest in peace.

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