Two Pronounced Dead after Big-Rig Crash near Main Street

CABAZON, CA (November 22, 2022) – Early Saturday, Anabell Ortega and Alec Yzaguirre were killed in a semi-truck collision on 10 Freeway.

Police responded to the scene around 1:40 a.m., on the westbound lanes of the freeway just east of Main Street.

At this time, the circumstances leading up to the crash remain unclear. Although, investigators said a vehicle and a semi-truck collided in the area. 

Following the collision, authorities declared 44-year-old Ortega and 38-year-old Yzaguirre dead at the scene. 

Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties.

Those with additional information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact Riverside County Officials as soon as possible. 


No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The Sweet James team sends their deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of Anabell Ortega and Alec Yzaguirre.


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