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ROLLOVER ACCIDENT: 1 Dead, another Injured when Pickup Overturns in East County

July 6,2011

East County- A woman has died while another one sustained major injuries when a Chevrolet pickup truck rolled over along Interstate 8, said reports.

According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers, the driver identified as Michael Shelton, 65, from Brawley, was moving westbound near Live Oak Springs when he suddenly lost control of the vehicle.

The pickup overturned numerous times, went down an embankment, and moved across an on-ramp along Crestwood Road.

Reports said the female passenger died due to massive injuries. Meanwhile, the driver was rushed to the hospital to be treated for major injuries.

The accident occurred while it was raining. According to authorities, the vehicle was moving too fast for the weather condition. In addition, the pickup’s tires were already bald, said police.



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