On Monday, January 30, 2023, at approximately 7:17 a.m., the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a two-vehicle collision in the 12700 Block of Avenue G.
The initial investigation revealed a brown 2002 Toyota Tacoma and a silver 2013 Nissan Altima were both traveling on Avenue G when they collided head on. The Toyota Tacoma was traveling north when it crossed the center line and collided with the Nissan Altima that was traveling south.
The driver of the Nissan Altima, identified as Yoselin Martinez, 31, of Somerton, AZ, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene. A child passenger, who was restrained properly in their car safety seat, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center.
The driver and passenger of the Toyota Tacoma were transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center for medical treatment.
This case remains under investigation at this time. Alcohol appears to be a factor in this collision.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office at 928-783-4427 or 78-CRIME to remain anonymous. You can also visit www.yumacountysheriff.org to submit an anonymous tip.