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Accident – Death – Obituary News : A tragic accident occurred on Thursday when a 75-year-old man named Kenneth Macho from San Diego crashed into a tow truck while driving on state Route 74. The incident took place at mile post marker 88, according to the California Highway Patrol. The man was driving a white Subaru Crosstrek with an elderly woman as his passenger when the collision occurred.
**Details of the Accident**
The man and the woman were descending the mountain on SR-74 when, for reasons still under investigation, they crossed over double solid lines and collided with the tow truck. Unfortunately, the man succumbed to his injuries, while the woman sustained moderate injuries. The tow truck driver also suffered minor injuries and all three individuals were taken to Desert Regional Medical Center for treatment.
**Closure of Lanes**
Following the accident, both lanes of the road were closed for approximately three hours as officers conducted their investigation at the scene. The closure caused traffic delays in the area, as authorities worked to clear the site and ensure the safety of other motorists.
**Authorities’ Response**
The Riverside County coroner’s office identified the deceased man as Kenneth Macho, providing closure to his family and loved ones. The CHP spokesman, David Torres, shared details of the incident with City News Service, shedding light on the sequence of events leading to the tragic collision.
**Conclusion**
The community is saddened by the loss of life in this unfortunate accident, and our thoughts are with the families of those involved. It serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and vigilance on the road to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future..