Wrong-way driver faces criminal charges in fatal Victorville crash
Ilich Ernesto Vargas was being held on suspicion of driving under the influence and causing major injury and death in the early morning incident Saturday on Interstate 15, according to CHP Officer Matt Hunt. Vargas, who had to be subdued with Tasers by officers after the crash, showed signs of drug intoxication, and officials are awaiting toxological results, Hunt said. Vargas, who suffered a broken right leg and other injuries, may face more serious charges as the investigation continues, Hunt added.
The dead passenger was identified as Kellie Sue Hughes, 50, of Pinon Hills, who was wearing her seatbelt, the CHP reported. The driver of the other car, David Ahmed, 28 of Ft. Irwin, was being treated at a local hospital for abrasions and possible back injury.
ALSO:
Sheriff's captain critically injured in car crashCity Beat: L.A.'s 311 operators field some unusual calls
3 found dead in Azusa home were siblings, friend says
-- Larry Gordon
EDITOR'S PICKS:
