43-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Sedan vs Pickup-Truck Crash near Mission Gate Road
LOMPOC, CA (February 15, 2024) – Nils Gustavson died Sunday afternoon and Dillon Sederland was hurt in a 2-car crash on State Route 246.
Around 3:30 p.m., law enforcement officers were dispatched to the location just west of Mission Gate Boulevard on State Route 246. Under investigation are the circumstances leading to Gustavson’s operation of a 1997 Saab 4-door sedan, during which he crossed the double yellow lines. This action resulted in a head-on collision with an eastbound 2023 Chevrolet pickup-truck.
The impact caused the Chevy to spin in a counter-clockwise direction, causing significant damage to both vehicles. First responders pronounced Gustavson, the 43-year-old sedan driver from Lompoc, deceased at the scene. Paramedics transported 28-year-old Sederland, the pickup-truck driver, to Lompoc Medical Center with major injuries.
In response to the incident, the California Highway Patrol shut down the relevant section of State Route 246 for a more in-depth investigation. Further details will be provided once they become available.
In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Nils Gustavson. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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