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Accident – Death – Obituary News :
On February 29th, a devastating accident took place in Grant County, UK, where three individuals lost their lives in a collision involving a garbage truck. The victims, identified as Hilda Rodriguez, Aida Rodriguez, and Efrain Garcia, all from Bolivia, tragically passed away in the crash that occurred at the intersection of Road 25-Southwest and Road R-Southwest near Mattawa.
Identifying the Victims
The Grant County Coroner, Craig Morrison, confirmed the identities of the deceased individuals following the accident. The trio were passengers in a Ford truck that investigators believe failed to obey a stop sign and collided with the side of a garbage truck, driven by George Prebicin Jr. of Warden, Washington.
Driver’s Condition
The driver of the Ford truck, Marcello Gomez, also from Bolivia, sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized after the crash. His current condition remains unknown as he continues to receive medical treatment. Meanwhile, George Prebicin Jr., the driver of the garbage truck, suffered only minor injuries in the incident.
Investigation Ongoing
The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic accident to determine the cause of the collision. Authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to the crash and gather any relevant information that may shed light on what transpired on that fateful day.
As the community mourns the loss of Hilda Rodriguez, Aida Rodriguez, and Efrain Garcia, the investigation serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and following traffic regulations to prevent such heartbreaking incidents from occurring in the future.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
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