Yuma County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Deadly Collision

The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly collision that occurred on Tuesday.

According to the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office, on October 10, 2023, at approximately 5:57 p.m., it received a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 95 and Avenue 3 ½ E.

The initial investigation revealed a white Toyota Tacoma was traveling eastbound on Highway 95 when, for unknown reasons, it traveled over the center lane and collided head-on with a red Lincoln Navigator traveling westbound on Highway 95.

The driver of the Toyota Tacoma sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

The driver of the Lincoln Navigator was transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center with minor injuries.

Alcohol does appear 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.

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