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Driver killed in fiery, single-vehicle crash in Lancaster

by The AV Times Staff • October 6, 2020

The fiery collision happened around 6:13 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the intersection of Avenue L and Sierra Highway in Lancaster, sheriff’s officials said. [Image by ANTHONY CHEVAL]
LANCASTER – A driver died Monday evening when his vehicle crashed and then burst into flames at a Lancaster intersection, authorities said.

The fatal single-vehicle collision happened around 6:13 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the intersection of Avenue L and Sierra Highway, according to a news release from the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station.

“Preliminary investigation indicates a male adult in a Ford Focus was traveling southbound on Sierra Highway in the #2 lane, approaching Avenue L… [He] lost control of his vehicle, subsequently colliding into the center median, street sign and traffic signal post before bursting into flames,” the sheriff’s news release states.

The driver died at the scene. His identity has not yet been released pending next of kin notification, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.

“Speed may be a factor in the collision. It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs played a role,” the sheriff’s news release states.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this collision is encouraged to contact traffic investigators at the Lancaster Sheriff’s  Station at 661-948-8466.

[ANTHONY CHEVAL]
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Filed Under: Crime/ Safety, Home, Lancaster

12 comments for "Driver killed in fiery, single-vehicle crash in Lancaster"

  1. Gustavo Diaz says

    October 22, 2020 at 2:52 am

    Yes, you are right “it’s a little late to be saying that” for James. I suppose the statement could be viewed as a selfish one. But, I made the statement without the need to conceal my identity because I ment it.
    The fact that I could not relate the same to him before his passing will be something I will have to live with.
    Thanks for pointing out the obvious “it’s a little late to be saying that.”. Remember, the focus here is James and the love ones he left behind. Raising money for his funeral. The issue here is neither about me nor about any other person who has commented on this unforgetable tragedy.

  2. Gustavo says

    October 17, 2020 at 10:17 am

    I’m sorry this happened to you James. I’m really sorry for being mad at you the last time I saw you for something so insignificant. I’m sorry, my friend. You were a geneously pleasant and giving indivudual. R.I.P.

    • A Dollar Late, A Buck Short says

      October 18, 2020 at 3:06 am

      @Gustavo, it’s a little late to be saying that now isn’t it? Here today, gone tomorrow – RIP JAMES

  3. Anonymous says

    October 11, 2020 at 11:17 pm

    It was my friend James.. no one deserves that..

  4. E.B says

    October 8, 2020 at 10:34 pm

    R.i.p. I am so sorry this happened to you..it hurt my soul when I heard this. Now you can rest your soul in heaven with god. I am so sorry..god bless your soul..one love!

  5. Aaron says

    October 7, 2020 at 10:21 pm

    … texting while driving –

  6. Beecee says

    October 7, 2020 at 1:15 pm

    Another unfortunate COVID death

    • Dawn E. Darkoh says

      October 8, 2020 at 5:58 pm

      We left the AV because it was getting a little silly. Any thoughts???

      • Longtime AV resident says

        October 13, 2020 at 7:30 am

        Silly? I’m sure there are better adjectives than ‘silly’ to describe the good ol AV

        • Another long time resident says

          October 13, 2020 at 11:49 am

          sh*t hole would be a more accurate word.

        • Respect the AV says

          October 13, 2020 at 3:35 pm

          Hey pal I grew up and have lived here my whole f-&%# life you ignorant bastard!

  7. Fiery Crash says

    October 7, 2020 at 12:15 am

    What a way to go…

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