Teenager killed in Kanarraville truck accident
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: June 26, 2023
one fatality, two minor injuries
The Iron County Sheriff's Office has reported a fatal truck accident that occurred in Kanarraville, Utah on Sunday. The incident involved three individuals who were traveling southbound on a dirt road late at night. According to officials, the vehicle - a 1999 Ford F-150 - lost control and began to roll after entering a curve on East Frontage Road.
Tragically, one of the passengers - identified as a 19-year-old male - was ejected from the truck during the crash and died at the scene despite efforts by deputies and emergency personnel to revive him through CPR. Meanwhile, two other occupants of the vehicle who are both juveniles only suffered minor injuries.
While it remains unclear who was driving at the time of the accident, an investigation conducted by authorities revealed that speed appeared to be a factor in causing this tragic event. However, there is no indication that drugs or alcohol played any role in this deadly crash.
This unfortunate incident serves as yet another reminder for drivers everywhere about how important it is to exercise caution while behind-the-wheel and adhere strictly to traffic rules and regulations.
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Tags: Fatality, Utah, Teenager, Truckaccident, Speed, Iron County, Kanarraville
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- 19-year-old male
- Vehicles:
- 1999 Ford F-150
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Utah
- City:
- Kanarraville
- Location:
- East Frontage Road
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-06-25
- Time of Incident:
- late Sunday night
East Frontage Road
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