Fatal Crash
Teenagers Dead, One Hospitalized in Suspected DUI Crash in Riverside
Riverside, CA – November 2024
Two teenagers are dead and one is hospitalized with serious injuries following a suspected DUI crash in Riverside on Saturday, officials confirmed. The incident occurred on Wood Road, north of Van Buren Boulevard, around 5:40 a.m.
Preliminary Investigation
First responders arrived and found one of the two involved vehicles on fire. After putting out the flames, police said they found two people deceased inside. According to the preliminary investigation, three teenagers were in the car that caught on fire, a gray Lexus sedan, and the other car involved was a blue Scion with an adult male as the sole occupant. Police have not released any of their identities.
Sequence of Events
The 17-year-old boy was speeding in the Lexus northbound on Wood Road when he ran a red light at Van Buren Boulevard. The man driving the Scion was crossing east in the intersection on a green light and crashed into the Lexus. After the collision, the Lexus continued north and struck a cement light pole, a wooden electrical pole, and then a tree before finally coming to a stop and catching on fire.
Injuries and Fatalities
The 17-year-old driver and an 18-year-old woman were found dead in the sedan after the fire was put out. Police said the other 17-year-old male passenger was found with serious injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Suspects and Investigation
The adult driver of the Scion was not injured and remained at the scene, cooperating with investigators. Police believe alcohol and drugs were suspected factors that contributed to the collision, as well as vehicle speed.
Next Steps
Police are asking anyone with additional information related to this collision to contact Traffic Detective Amanda Beeman at 951-826-8723 or ABeeman@RiversideCA.gov.
Conclusion
A tragic incident has occurred in Riverside, resulting in the loss of two young lives and serious injuries to another. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many people were injured in the crash?
A: Two teenagers are dead, and one is hospitalized with serious injuries.
Q: What is the suspected cause of the crash?
A: Police believe alcohol and drugs were suspected factors that contributed to the collision, as well as vehicle speed.
Q: Have the identities of the two teens killed in the crash been released?
A: No, the identities of the two teens killed in the crash will be released by the Coroner’s Office pending notification of family members.
Q: How can I contact authorities with additional information?
A: Contact Traffic Detective Amanda Beeman at 951-826-8723 or ABeeman@RiversideCA.gov.
