Eureka Man Dies in Crash on 101 Near Humboldt Hill Yesterday
The Nissan Pathfinder was badly damaged in the fatal crash. [Photo by Macy Trotter]
On March 27, 2024 at approximately 1241 hours, CHP Humboldt Communications Center received a report of an overturned vehicle on Northbound US-101, near the Humboldt Hill Road offramp. Emergency personnel responded to the scene and located a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder had overturned and subsequently come to rest on its wheels. The driver, 79-year-old Dennis Katri of Eureka, had unfortunately sustained fatal injuries as a result of the crash and appears to have been the only occupant of the vehicle at the time of the crash. A preliminary investigation indicates that, for unknown reasons, Mr. Katri allowed the Pathfinder to travel into the center median prior to traveling back on to the road and overturning. Impairment is not considered to have been a factor.
The California Highway Patrol extends its sincere condolences to the family and thanks all responding agencies for their assistance in managing the scene. The CHP Humboldt Area office is continuing its investigation and asks anyone who may have additional information to contact the California Highway Patrol at 707-822-5981.
Earlier: Single Vehicle Rollover Collision Near Humboldt Hill
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Some on here yesterday said it was a woman and she was speeding.
And also there was possible hydroplane.
I am so very sorry that the accident has claimed the life of Mr. Katri. When I read about the accident yesterday, I prayed that the driver would be ok. I am sending my most heartfelt condolences to Mr. Katri’s family and friends. My he RIP. May God also bless and help his family in this great time of need.
This was a awful wreck.. I was in the slow traffic to pass this right after it happend. The emergency vehicle an ambulance get there just before.. my eyes seen him being worked on.. I prayed.. I cried.. my heart knows that pain an loss.. my love an condolences to the Family. And the first responders I salute you all.. This stranger will be with me for a very long time.. god bless him..
At his age, it could likely have been a medical reason, heart attack or something.
His sister, the artist Joan Katri, passed away a little over a year ago.
I am sorry, I did not know his sister passed over a year ago. I dearly hope they are finding comfort with each other in Heaven. Thank you for the information No Joke.
I travel this road multiple times a day. This paticular spot is dangerous for anyone. There has been several wrecks, spin outs there. They added a “Flooded” sign recently but that didn’t solve the problem. Something should be done to fix the drainage on the road right there.
Or people need to drive with the conditions and slow down……?
I saw a gal loose it right there, over-correct and cross both southbound lanes and into the grass. On a sunny dry day. Phone? Yes.
I have known this family for 52 years and went to elementary school with his kids. He was an amazing person and will be missed. My condolences to the family and rest in peace Mr Katri
Please people quit playing armchair quarterback.
Mr. Katri is and was a great Man.
Please let the family grive and please respect there privacy.
God Bless you Mr. Katri.
To the Katri, Rice and Pastori family I’m praying for you all.