Pickup Vs SUV Collision near Las Palmas Road Left 79-Year-Old Man Dead

SALINAS, CA (February 12, 2024) – Sunday afternoon, a two-vehicle crash on River Road left a man dead and a woman injured.

The deadly collision happened around 2:40 p.m. along River Rd, just south of Las Palmas Road.

According to CHP, a southbound 2024 Audi Q8 went over the double yellow lines and into the northbound lanes for reasons currently unknown. 

Consequently, a Ford F-350 heading in the opposite direction turned right to avoid the oncoming Audi. Investigators said the Ford overturned into the dirt embankment, leaving the driver with fatal injuries. 

The 79-year-old man driving the Ford from Pacific Grove was declared dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported his 73-year-old female passenger to Natividad Medical Center for significant injuries. 

Furthermore, the identities of all parties have not been released at this time.

Police said the 68-year-old Salinas woman driving the Audi did not sustain injuries. Intoxication is not suspected to be a factor in the collision. 

Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the victims. May the loving memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ahead.

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