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Palmdale man killed in solo crash

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fatal crashPALMDALE – A man died Monday morning after his vehicle veered off the road and crashed, authorities said.

Roland James Roy, 23, of Palmdale was killed in a single-vehicle collision that occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 5, near the intersection of 28th Street West and Rancho Vista Boulevard, according to coroner’s Assistant Chief Ed Winter.

Roy was driving west on Rancho Vista Boulevard, approaching 28th Street West, when his vehicle “suddenly veered across eastbound lanes of travel and struck a curb, trees and a light pole,” according to a news release from the Palmdale Sheriff’s Station.

Roy was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision by Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel.

Rancho Vista Boulevard, from 30th to 20th Street West, was closed for about five hours during the collision scene investigation, which concluded around 11:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 5, the news release states.

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49 comments for "Palmdale man killed in solo crash"

  1. Roland Sr. I’m so sorry for your loss I cannot imagine what this would be like. My prayers and thoughts are with your family

  2. Roland Sr. I’m so sorry for your loss I cannot imagine what this would be like. My prayers and thoughts are with your family

  3. Very sad. I was there and witnessed the whole accident. I tried to help him, but there was nothing anybody could do. It won’t bring him back, but I want the family to know that he did not pass alone. There were people there talking to him and praying for him. My condolences to the family.

  4. My heart aches for this family, and his friends, I frequent his place of employment and he was always, polite, eager to please, happy, and a genuinely wonderful human being.

  5. I didn’t know this young man such a sad thing to happen to such a young vibrant human being. May you family and friends be comforted in knowing that one day you will all be re United again. God is in control many times we just do not understand why these things happen. We have to grieve move foward in time and remember the good times that you had together and cherish them forever. Always tell people you love how you feel because tomorrow is not promised. May RJ’s family and friends be blessed and stay strong throughout this trying time in this life . I to saw this collision on my way in the morning. I am so very sorry for all of your loss.

  7. This is so tragic, RJ knew my daughter from work for a very short time,
    But he left a big impression on her. We live just a few houses away and walked up to leave a beautiful red rose in honor of this young, sweet man!
    RIP young man!

  8. I went to school with RJ from 4th grade+
    I can’t believe it, completely in shock… Condolences to his family. He was a great guy.

  9. Rest in peace Rj, you were a good man, good friend, prayers for you and your family. Hope to see you some day.

  10. I didn’t know this young man, nor do I know his family or friends but, it saddens me deeply every time I hear of a “fatality”. That word means “much sadness” no matter what the circumstances. Love, prayers and condolences to the family and friends…..RIP son.

  11. RIP Roland, My prayers go out to your family! Please be respectful to this young mans family. RUDE comments don’t help the healing.

  12. RIP Roland, My prayers go out to your family! Please be respectful to this young mans family. RUDE comments don’t help the healing.

  13. I saw the car while at Marie Kerr walking my dogs. My heart just sank. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

  14. It is sad to see a young life end so tragically. I had the pleasure of knowing RJ through Little League Baseball as Team Mom. My condolences to his family.

  16. Should have called Tipsy Tow by AAA. Don’t drink and drive people. At least he didn’t take out an innocent person by his carelessness.

    • Please don’t talk crap until you know the whole story! This young man had just gotten off work!

    • You [removed] piece of [removed] you have no idea what happened and no where in this article does it say drinking and driving

    • He wasn’t drunk. So before you say anything and assume, get the facts. I suggest you delete your comment and apologize to his family for your ignorant comment. He doesn’t deserve that.

    • What is wrong with you? Do you know how to read? Nowhere does it mention alcohol. He was at work feeling very ill and left early to go home and the crash happened.. Stupid assumption.

    • Don’t automatically make assumptions when you don’t know what happened! This was someone son. NOT nice!

    • You are a serious piece of sh*t. I hope karma bites you in the ass. He was a respected father, a loving son and brother, and a wonderful friend. I otta knock your teeth in whatwhat.

    • Ur lucky we don’t know you “what what” or we would be reading ur tragic story…disrespectful and judgemental pos….

    • Keep your mean rude comments to yourself whatwhat. Have respect for people. God bless the man and his family.

    • You’re gross.
      I understand you’re trying to bring awareness against drunk driving, but please be aware of the family and friends you’re hurting when you blindingly post something so harsh. This kid, was working hard and just trying to get home for the day. Take your mission elsewhere!!

    • Rip Rj my bestfriends brother :( he was always cool to me laughing he was one of my friends also me and my boyfriend always go in the garage and talk to him when we went over her house you will be missed it will feel very weird going to jenny house and not seeing him there

    • What a bad comment to make. You did not know him so don’t judge him. I pray you never get in a accident and someone said you where drunk and driving.

    • You are a terrible person for saying that. He just got off work and was heading home to a loving family who are grieving for their horrible loss. I hope you never have to suffer such a loss and have heartless people leave ignorant rude comments like you did. #thinkbeforyouspeak RIP RJ my sincere condolences to his family.

    • You know what a [removed]thing to say especially when you don’t know what happened.First of all he wasn’t even drinking he just left work!!! Second why make comments when you don’t have anything nice to say or like I said know the truth! Rj was a sweet loving young man and would do anything for his loved ones! He has a family which his son happens to be my nephew, so maybe before you make stupid comments know your facts! Accidents happen and there are so many people hurting from this! So take your rude shitty ass comment and leave it somewhere else!

    • Oh Shane Falco or Mike, did you change your name to “WhatWhat”? You are the only vile excuse for humans that make such comments. Nonsense! My condolences for the family, my son works the night shift and gets home at dawn also, the possibility of a car accident is always on my mind. People are quick to judge when they coward behind a computer screen!

    • Ay watch what you say you don’t know anything about the situation or the person so get off this feed, and go worry about someone you know, I went to school with him since I was young! He has a baby a job and priorities. You’ll always be remembered rj

      Cameron Adorador

  17. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. We are heartbroken by this tragic accident. May God help you all find strength & peace. You are missed dearly RJ, may God Bless You!

  18. He and my daughter were best friends in grade school. And even though they didn’t keep in touch as the years went on, we are both deeply sadden by this. Such a tragedy. My condolences to his family.

  19. Rest in paradise, young cousin. I will never forget the many nights we spent driving around singing at the top of our lungs. You will be missed by MANY, especially your beautiful son Carson. <3