Cruz Carrasco Killed in Head-On Crash on Tyler Street in Riverside
Cruz Carrasco ID’d as Man Killed in Riverside Crash on Tyler Street and California Avenue
Riverside, California (July 12, 2021) – The Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner’s Bureau has identified the man who died early Monday morning following a head-on crash in Riverside as Cruz Carrasco, 52, of Anaheim.
The deadly collision happened at around 1:13 a.m. at the intersection of Tyler Street and California Avenue.
According to the authorities, a 2004 Lexus was heading northbound on Tyler Street when the driver lost control and drifted across the center divider.
The Lexus then collided head-on with a 2011 Nissan Sentra.
1 Killed, 1 Injured in 2-Vehicle Crash in Riverside in Riverside
Carrasco, who was the driver of the Sentra, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 28-year-old driver of the Lexus sustained major injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
Police closed Tyler Street in both directions during the investigation and cleanup. It is undetermined whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.
The Riverside Police Department is investigating the accident.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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