Fatal Accident This Morning North of Laytonville
Press release from the California Highway Patrol:
On January 6, 2018, at an unknown time, a 1997 Chevy Pickup driven by a male, whose name is currently being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was traveling northbound on US-101, north of the Black Oak Ranch. For reasons still under investigation, the driver allowed the Chevy to drift onto the right shoulder. The driver steered abruptly to the left and lost control of the Chevy as it crossed US-101 and overturned down an embankment coming to rest on its roof in a creek. The driver, and only occupant of the Chevy sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Agencies on scene were Cal-Trans, Cal-Fire, Laytonville Volunteer Fire, Mendocino County Sheriff, and CHP.
This collision remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. Alcohol and/or drug use as a factor in this collision remain under investigation.
UPDATE: CHP Releases Name of Man Killed in Accident Near Laytonville
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I really hate these posts. As I hold my breath n wait. Please let our family n friends be safe. Rip
I’m ready to nominate that Laytonville- Peg House stretch as the deadliest part of 101.
Any info on color of the chevy??
Keeping the rubber side down is an important first step to arriving alive and in good order.
This man was my friend for over 30 years……he was a good man, good friend…..may you RIP my friend.
Yes he was a good man, an a good friend ! R.I.P. my friend !
Billy R.I.P. ole friend ! May the embrace of our Lord make you whole !
RIP Uncle Billy!!!