Fatal crash on Highway 80
A 47-year-old woman died after a fatal car crash on Highway 80 at around Avenue 41 1/2 E at approximately 6:10 a.m. Monday.
The Yuma County Sheriffs’ Office reported that Maria Yanez was driving westbound when her vehicle went off the north side of the road, impacting a dirt berm and rolled at least two times.
Officers report that due to not wearing her seatbelt she was ejected from the vehicle. Yanez was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to YCSO the cause of the collision is still under investigation and alcohol does not appear to be a contributing factor.
Anyone with information regarding this case, please contact the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office at 928-783-4427 or 78-CRIME to remain anonymous. You can also visit their website at www.yumacountysheriff.com to submit an anonymous tip.
