Placer County, CA – On the morning of Friday, March 7, 2025, a two-vehicle collision on Highway 65 near Wheatland resulted in the death of one man and left another injured, according to KCRA.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash took place before 9:43 AM at the intersection of Highway 65 and Wheatland Road. The incident involved a pickup truck and a sedan, though the circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found that a 23-year-old man from Wheatland had suffered fatal injuries. Despite medical efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. A 39-year-old man from Roseville sustained moderate injuries in the crash. Paramedics transported him to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities have stated that drugs and alcohol are not suspected to have played a role in the collision. However, investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the crash, including whether speed, distracted driving, or other factors contributed.
The crash led to the temporary closure of Highway 65 at Riosa Road in both directions, causing traffic delays near the Placer-Yuba County line. Law enforcement and road crews worked to clear debris and reopen the highway, restoring normal traffic flow.
Anyone with information regarding the crash is encouraged to contact local authorities as the investigation continues.
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