Charles Lane, 64, and one child killed in crash on U.S. Highway 491 in McKinley County, New Mexico

Modified Date: 
Tue, 12/05/2023 - 10:26am
Accident Date: 
Thursday, October 19, 2023

Aztec Man, 2 year old, both killed in Thursday Crash

For unknown Reasons, Mr. Lane’s vehicle left the roadway and crashed into the rear of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), that was parked on the shoulder, due to mechanical issues.

U.S. Highway 491 crash leads to two deaths

The initial investigation indicated a white Dodge pickup truck, driven by Charles Lane, 64, of Aztec, New Mexico, was traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 491, near milepost 34.  For unknown reasons, Lane’s vehicle left the roadway and crashed into the rear of a commercial motor vehicle that was parked on the shoulder due to mechanical issues.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Charles Lane