Traffic Accident on Cottonwood Canyon Road Left One Fatality, One Arrested

MENIFEE, CA (June 6, 2022) – On Wednesday, a motorcycle crash on Bundy Canyon Road left Luis Christian Silva killed, authorities said.

The incident happened on June 1st, when Silva was traveling on Cottonwood Canyon Road a sedan suddenly turned left into his path, causing a collision.

Furthermore, authorities identified the sedan driver as Jose Antonio Celedon. Silva was ejected onto the roadway and was pronounced dead by medical professionals at the scene.

Celedon stayed at the scene until paramedics and authorities responded.

In addition, Celedon was taken into custody and was charged with second-degree murder and DUI.

Authorities did not release any additional information at this time. However, an active investigation is still underway.


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