Authorities ID’d Driver Killed in DUI Traffic Collision on Antelope Valley 14 Freeway as Allen Gaitan
Allen Gaitan Killed in Acton Car Crash on Antelope Valley 14 Freeway
Acton, California (September 22, 2020) – 41-year-old Allen Gaitan, of Palmdale, has been identified as the driver who died following an alleged DUI car crash Sunday night in Acton, according to a report by the coroner’s office and the California Highway Patrol.
The fatal accident took place on the Antelope Valley (14) Freeway, near Mountain Springs Road, around 8:50 p.m.
A 1995 Toyota driven by Gaitan slammed into the side of the interstate and went down an embankment onto Forest View Road— which parallels the freeway — before striking a fence.
Allen Gaitan Killed, 1 Hospitalized After Acton Car Crash
Sadly, Gaitan died in the accident while his passenger was rushed to an area hospital for treatment of major injuries.
Officials believed alcohol and/or drugs played a role in the mishap.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with information regarding the crash is urged to call the CHP Antelope Valley area office at 661-948-8541.
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