Kelly Drake Pronounced Dead Following Multi-Vehicle Accident on 605 Freeway [Lakewood, CA]
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Seven-Vehicle Collision Near Carson Street Left 54-Year-Old Man Dead
LAKEWOOD, CA (July 5, 2023) – Sunday evening, Kelly Drake was fatally injured in a multi-traffic pile-up on 605 Freeway.
The deadly incident occurred around 8:14 p.m. along the southbound San Gabriel River (605) Freeway at Carson Street.
According to a news source, an initial two-vehicle crash at the Carson Street off-ramp triggered a chain-reaction collision. In total, the wreckage involved seven vehicles.
Responding emergency personnel transported two people to a hospital for immediate treatment.
Unfortunately, one of the patients succumbed to their injuries the following day. The Medical Examiner’s office identified the deceased victim as 54-year-old Kelly Drake of Westminster.
Lakewood Officials closed the southbound lanes of 605 Freeway as crews investigated and cleared the scene.
Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Kelly Drake. 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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