Driver Struck and Injured in Collision near Jamacha Road
SPRING VALLEY, CA (August 7, 2018) – One man was injured in a pedestrian crash on State Route 125, early Tuesday morning. The victim’s name and place of residence was not immediately disclosed.
The man, identified by the California Highway Patrol as a tow truck driver, was struck by a 2001 Chrysler Sebring while loading a disabled motorist’s vehicle onto his truck. According to reports, the collision occurred before 3:15 AM at SR 125 and the Jamacha Road off-ramp.
The driver, a 54-year-old man, remained at the scene and cooperated with officials during their investigation. Initial reports stated that the victim was standing next to the left side of the truck when the Chrysler turned slightly to the right and struck him and his tow truck.
The unidentified victim was transported to the Scripps Memorial Hospital for treatment of major injuries. There is no update on his current medical condition. No other injuries were reported in the incident. No additional information has been released to the public, as the investigation continues.
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