A 58-year-old man from Sparks, Nevada, was killed in a crash on U.S. Highway 395 in Lassen County late Dec. 26, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported at about 10:45 p.m. on Highway 395 South of Dry Creek near Likely. Authorities said the man was driving a 2006 Toyota Tacoma northbound at an unknown speed when he drifted from the northbound lane into the southbound lane and onto an inclining dirt-and-gravel shoulder. The truck struck a boulder and overturned, coming to rest on its right side in the southbound lane, CHP said.
The driver, who was alone in the vehicle, was partially ejected and died from his injuries. CHP confirmed he was not wearing a seat belt.
Whether drugs or alcohol were factors remained under investigation. Anyone with information was asked to contact the CHP Susanville Communications Center at (530) 252-1900.
The CHP pleads with you — DON’T DRINK and DRIVE, please designate a sober driver.
