Daniel Stuardo Perez : “Daniel Stuardo Perez Identified as Driver Killed in Apple Valley Patrol Vehicle Crash – VVNG.com”

APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (VVNG.com) — The tragic incident that unfolded on Bear Valley Road in the Town of Apple Valley has left the community in mourning. The driver who lost his life in a collision involving a sheriff’s patrol vehicle has been identified as 29-year-old Daniel Stuardo Perez.

The fateful event took place on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at approximately 4:02 p.m. A deputy from the Apple Valley Police Department was responding to a critical call with emergency lights and sirens activated when the collision occurred.

Reports indicate that the driver of a Toyota Corolla, traveling eastbound on Bear Valley Road near Kiowa Road, attempted to make a left turn into a parking lot. Tragically, this maneuver led to a devastating collision with the patrol vehicle.

The male driver of the Toyota, whose identity is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin, was pronounced deceased at the scene. On the other hand, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was promptly transported to a local hospital for treatment.

As the investigation unfolded, Bear Valley Road between Kiowa Road and Snapping Turtle remained closed for several hours to allow for a thorough examination of the scene.

Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to reach out to the Apple Valley Police Department at (760) 240-7400 or contact Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. For those who prefer to provide anonymous tips, the We-Tip Hotline is available at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or through the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.

The loss of Daniel Stuardo Perez serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that law enforcement officers and civilians face on the roads every day. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones affected by this tragic event.

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