Fatal crash forces closure of 15 Freeway between Victorville, Barstow
The crash was first reported about 2:25 p.m. on the freeway just south of Hodge Road, according to California Highway Patrol logs.
Initial reports indicated it involved a Dodge Ram pickup truck that had been hauling a trailer and a Nissan Pathfinder
At least one person was thrown from a vehicle in the crash, which left debris strewn across all traffic lanes, logs show.
All northbound lanes were initially shut down, but the No. 1 lane was reopened about 3:40 p.m.
No further details were available.
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Any witnesses, or anyone with information, can reach the CHP's Barstow Area Office at (760) 255-5900.
This article originally appeared on Victorville Daily Press: Fatal crash forces closure of 15 Freeway between Victorville, Barstow
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