Barstow, CA: 2-Car Crash on 15 Freeway and Rasor Road
Minor Injuries Sustained after Barstow Accident on 15 Freeway and Rasor Road
Barstow, California (August 5, 2019) – Minor injuries were sustained after a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in the area of Barstow, according to authorities.
The crash happened at around 5:16 p.m. Sunday, August 4, on 15 Freeway and Rasor Road and off-ramp.
As per the CHP officials, two vehicles crashed for reasons still under investigation. One of the vehicles was overturned on the right shoulder of the roadway while the other was down an embankment following the crash.
2-Car Accident on 15 Freeway and Rasor Road
An ambulance was dispatched to the scene to attend to the injured parties. The number of victims and their current condition was not immediately known.
Tow trucks were requested to remove the vehicles from the crash site.
Authorities closed down all lanes of the freeway following the crash. The roadway was cleared as of 7:02 p.m.
No additional details concerning this crash were provided.
An investigation is underway.
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