A tragic multi-vehicle collision occurred today on State Route 58 near Towsley Canyon Road in Mojave, California, resulting in two fatalities. The incident involved three vehicles and was reported at approximately 8:02 AM when an overturned vehicle was first identified at the scene.
Within minutes, California Highway Patrol confirmed the seriousness of the situation, declaring the incident a fatality with two occupants trapped and without a pulse. Emergency services, including multiple units from the California Highway Patrol and Kern County Fire Department, quickly arrived to manage the scene and assist those involved. Additional resources were requested to aid in the extrication efforts.
Traffic management was initiated at 8:40 AM, leading to lane closures on State Route 58. The fire department worked diligently to extricate the trapped individuals, with efforts continuing until around 10:44 AM. By 11:02 AM, one lane was reopened to alleviate some of the traffic congestion caused by the incident.
Despite the rapid response from emergency services, the tragic outcome was confirmed with two fatalities. No other injuries were reported from the collision. The vehicles involved were likely towed from the scene due to the severity of the incident, although specific details regarding their condition have not been disclosed.
The scene remained active for several hours as authorities managed traffic and conducted their investigation. By 12:40 PM, all lanes on State Route 58 were reopened, and the area was cleared of emergency personnel.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers present on our roadways. Authorities urge all drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such tragic events from occurring in the future.