Impairment Suspected In Deadly Yuma County Head On Collision

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On Sunday, February 5, 2023, at approximately 4:38 AM, the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision in the area of Highway 95 and Mile Marker 7.

The initial investigation revealed a black 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe and a silver 2018 Honda Civic were both traveling on Highway 95 when they collided head on. The Hyundai Santa Fe was traveling southbound when it crossed the center line and collided with the Honda Civic that was traveling northbound.

The driver of the Honda Civic, identified as Joshua Bingham, 34, of Yuma, AZ, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

The driver and passenger of the Hyundai Santa Fe were transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.

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

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