A tragic three-vehicle collision in Victorville on June 27 has claimed the life of a 55-year-old Victorville resident, according to officials. The incident occurred midday on Amargosa Road and Eucalyptus Street, drawing a rapid response from local authorities and emergency personnel.

Deputies from the Victorville Station, alongside Victorville Fire Department and American Medical Response teams, arrived at the scene where a white BMW 328d, a gray Kia Sorento, and a silver Toyota Camry were involved, the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department reported. The occupants of both the BMW and the Kia were transported to local hospitals, due to injuries sustained in the accident.

Despite the efforts of rescue personnel, the operator of the BMW, a 55-year-old female whose name has not been released, succumbed to her injuries. The community reeled from the tragic news as the Victorville Major Accident Investigation Team took over the probe into what caused the collision.

Roads were closed for an extended investigation following the accident, affecting Amargosa Road between Gabriel Road, and Desert Escape, creating considerable backups and rerouting traffic in the area. Witnesses to the crash or those with pertinent information have been urged to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation by contacting Deputy R. Castillo or Deputy R. Anslem at the Victorville Police Station.

Authorities are keeping details close to the vest as the investigation unfolds, and the incident has led to renewed conversations about road safety and precautions in the Victorville area. Anonymous tips can be directed to We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or through their website, for those inclined to provide information without disclosure of their identity.