Carlos Torres, 26, dies in 4-vehicle crash involving motorcycle on 710 Freeway in Paramount, California
Modified Date:
Sun, 09/24/2017 - 8:21amAccident Date:
Tuesday, April 26, 2016Fatal Crash Forces Closure of All Northbound Lanes on 710 Freeway in Paramount
Four vehicles were involved in the crash, which occurred near the Rosecrans Avenue offramp about 12:41 a.m., said Officer Francisco Villalobos with the California Highway Patrol.
One person, identified as a Hispanic male who was about 24 years old, was killed in the crash, Villalobos confirmed.
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The collision on the northbound 710 Freeway took place at Rosecrans Avenue about 12:35 a.m., said CHP Officer Francisco Villalobos.
“The crash involved four vehicles,” Villalobos said after the accident. “The victim was a 24-year-old man on a motorcycle.”
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Carlos Torres, 26, of South Gate died at the scene, said coroner's Assistant Chief Ed Winter. No other injuries were immediately reported.
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Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved:
Carlos Torres
Roadway:
710 FreewayCity:
Paramount, CACounty:
Los Angeles County, CAArea:
Los Angeles, CA
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