Driver Dies After Fullerton Car Accident near Richman and Orangethorpe Avenues

Driver Dies After Fullerton Car Accident near Richman and Orangethorpe Avenues

Fullerton, California (September 17, 2023) – According to the California Highway Patrol, a deadly head-on collision claimed a driver’s life on Friday night in Fullerton.

The accident happened near Richman and Orangethorpe Avenue at about 9:00 p.m. on September 15.

Police confirmed a white 2006 Honda Civic was heading eastbound on Orangethorpe towards Richman at a high rate of speed.

The Civic then swerved into approaching traffic to avoid crashing into the rear of another car in front that was heading eastbound at a slower speed.

Upon swerving, the Civic crashed head-on into a gray 2016 Nissan Pathfinder.

The Honda motorist was rushed to a trauma center, where they died. Their identity remained undisclosed.

The Pathfinder motorist, a 44-year-old Fullerton man, and his 8-year-old female passenger suffered minor injuries following the collision.

Further details concerning this crash were released.

An investigation is ongoing.