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Fatal crash in Elk Grove caused by intoxicated driver, according to police

Fatal crash in Elk Grove caused by intoxicated driver, according to police

A tragic accident in Elk Grove Saturday morning is suspected to be related to drunk driving, as reported by the Elk Grove Police Department. The incident occurred when a Lexus collided with a tree on Elk Grove Boulevard between McKenna Drive and Backer Ranch Road. The driver, a 23-year-old man who was the sole occupant, was pronounced dead at the scene. Prior to the fatal crash, the same vehicle was involved in a minor hit-and-run with another vehicle at Elk Grove Boulevard and Fire Poppy Road, according to police. Investigations are ongoing, but authorities believe that alcohol and speed were contributing factors in the collision. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Elk Grove Police Department.

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