30-Year-Old Pronounced Dead after Auto Collision near Ramona Expressway in San Jacinto
San Jacinto, CA (April 7, 2020) – Sunday morning, 30-year-old Michael Arellanes of Ontario, was killed in an accident on Sanderson Avenue.
Officer first received reports around 5:40 a.m., on April 5. Dispatchers arrived to the area shortly after.
Arellanes was operating a white Acura sedan when he reportedly stopped in the middle of the roadway for unknown reasons. Consequently, a passing fuel tanker truck eventually rear-ended him.
There were two additional passengers inside the sedan at the time. However, they have not been identified.
Arellanes was later pronounced dead on scene, due to the extent of his injuries.
Meanwhile, the other passengers sustained minor to moderate injuries. Both were later transported to to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
No further information has been released. Once available, more details will be given.
The surrounding area was closed off for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. However, the roadway has since reopened to traffic.
At this time, the investigation remains ongoing.
Our sincere condolences are with the loved ones of Michael Arellanes during this time.
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