One teenager dead, five others injured after truck slams into tree in Dana Point
The crash happened at around 11:45 a.m. near Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
CBS News has learned that all of the victims involved in the crash were teenagers.
One wad declared dead at the scene and five others were rushed to nearby hospitals. Three of the victims were in critical condition, authorities said.
This is a developing story. Check back for details.
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