REDDING, CA – Driver Dead in 5 Freeway Crash With Big Rig Near Knighton Road

Man Dead in Collision With Semi-Truck in Redding

 
REDDING, CA (December 21, 2018) – A 60-year-old man from Redding was killed Wednesday when his car plowed into a big rig on the 5 Freeway near Knighton Road.
 
The victim’s name has not been released, but according to reports, the deadly incident happened on the southbound 5 Freeway when the man was driving his 2003 Toyota Camry. As he was headed south on the freeway around 8:35 p.m., California Highway Patrol said he swerved to the right between the off-ramp and the freeway lanes and struck an unoccupied parked big rig.
 
The driver died at the scene.
 
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in piecing together this devastating crash.

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Our deepest condolences go out to the grieving family and friends of the victim. We hope you find support and strength around you.

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