Flor de Maria Carcamo Struck and Killed by Overturned Van on 118 Freeway [PACOIMA, CA]

Homeless Woman Dies after Van Overturns and Hits Her on 118 Freeway in Pacoima

 
PACOIMA, CA (November 20, 2019) – A homeless woman was struck and killed by an overturned van Wednesday morning, in Pacoima.
 
The coroner’s office later identified the deceased woman as 49-year-old Flor de Maria Lopez Carcamo. The female victim was struck and killed on November 20, when the van rolled over onto the side of the on-ramp at San Fernando Road.
 
According to authorities, the driver of the van was getting on the freeway when he lost control on rain-slicked roads. As the driver over-corrected, the van spun out and rolled over the side and landed into a homeless encampment.
 
Carcamo was struck by the van and was killed immediately due to the impact of the collision. The unidentified driver of the van remained uninjured.
 
Furthermore, officials later said that the tires of the vehicle were bald. However, the incident currently remains under investigation. More details will eventually be released once available.
 
A GoFundMe page was created for Carcamo’s funeral expenses.

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No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones and friends of Flor de Maria Carcamo at this time.

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