Richard Priem : Fatal Crash in San Dimas: Alcohol Suspected

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Alcohol is suspected to have played a role in a tragic single-vehicle accident on the Orange (57) Freeway in San Dimas, resulting in the death of a 66-year-old driver. The incident took place around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, with the Woodland Hills resident being the sole occupant of a 2015 Toyota Highlander. identified as Richard Priem by the Los Angeles County Office of Medical Examiner, the Toyota veered off the road for unknown reasons, flipping over onto its roof before coming to a stop in the roadway. Priem was pronounced deceased at the scene, prompting the California Highway Patrol to urge anyone with relevant information to contact its Baldwin Park station.

Alcohol Suspected in Fatal Crash on Orange Freeway in San Dimas

A tragic incident unfolded in the early hours of Saturday morning on the Orange (57) Freeway in San Dimas, where alcohol was suspected to be a factor in a fatal single-vehicle crash. The driver, identified as 66-year-old Richard Priem from Woodland Hills, lost control of his 2015 Toyota Highlander on the northbound freeway, north of Via Verde Drive.

Fatal Crash Details

According to reports from the California Highway Patrol, Priem was the sole occupant in the vehicle when it veered off the road and overturned onto its roof after driving uphill on an embankment. The SUV came to a rest within the roadway, blocking the right lanes. Tragically, Priem was pronounced dead at the scene by responding CHP officers.

Investigation Ongoing

The CHP is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and is urging anyone with information to come forward. If you have any details that could help shed light on what led to this devastating incident, please contact the Baldwin Park station at 626-338-1164.

Remembering Richard Priem

As the community mourns the loss of Richard Priem, it serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. Priem’s tragic death serves as a stark reminder of the importance of making responsible choices behind the wheel to ensure the safety of oneself and others on the road.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Richard Priem during this difficult time. May his memory be a reminder to all of us to prioritize safety and responsibility while driving on our roads.

Stay tuned for updates as the investigation into this heartbreaking incident continues.