Two-Vehicle Collision near Del Rosa Drive Left One Dead

SAN BERNARDINO, CA (August 1, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, a fiery crash on 9th Street claimed the life of Reyna Torres.

The deadly crash happened on July 29th, at around 12:14 a.m. at the intersection of 9th Street and Del Rosa Drive.

According to the sheriff’s department, a Toyota Tacoma driven by a 22-year-old from Hemet failed to stop at a red light while traveling eastbound.

Consequently, the Toyota pickup collided with a northbound Lexus sedan on Del Rosa Drive. The impact of the collision caused the Lexus to catch on fire and trapped the female driver. The crash also impacted a wooden fence located over the sidewalk.

The first responders declared the woman dead at the scene. Officials later identified her as 22-year-old Reyna Torres.

Meanwhile, medical responders transported the Toyota driver to a hospital with unspecified injuries.

San Bernardino Officials temporarily closed 9th Street and Del Rosa Drive to investigate the two-vehicle crash. Alcohol and drugs are not suspected to be a factor in the incident.

Additionally, the family of Reyna Torres has set up a GoFundMe page to support the costs of her funeral.

The team at Sweet James sends their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Reyna Torres. May the memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ahead.

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