Valley Springs, CA (September 6, 2024) – A man died and a woman was injured in a single-vehicle accident Thursday afternoon on Hwy 26 near Gold Creek Dr in Calaveras County. According to the California Highway Patrol, the car veered off the road and struck a tree. The male driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while the female passenger was transported to the hospital. Her condition remains unknown at this time.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.