At Least 1 Killed in 40 Freeway Crash in San Bernardino County
San Bernardino County, California (December 22, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a fiery crash that happened early Wednesday morning in San Bernardino County, leaving at least one person dead.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the wreck occurred at around 1:04 a.m. on eastbound 40 Freeway, also known as Needles Freeway.
A semi-truck and a pickup truck were involved in the accident.
Both vehicles and the semi's trailer caught fire and became fully engulfed.
First responders found the pickup truck in the No. 2 lane and the semi on the right-hand shoulder.
The report said at least one person was killed in the crash, and at least one other suffered unspecified injuries.
No other details were given, but authorities are investigating.