Joshua Tree, CA — July 13, 2023, Edden Esparza was killed in a dump truck collision on Twentynine Palms Highway and Rotary Way in Joshua Tree, CA.
Authorities indicate that on July 13, an accident occurred when a westbound Honda suddenly veered across westbound lanes and crossed the center lane line into the path of an oncoming dump truck. Sources say the two vehicles collided on Twentynine Palms Highway. The crash happened sometime before 9:00 in the morning.
A preliminary investigation suggests that speed may have been a factor in the crash. Officials confirm that 32-year-old Edden Esparza sustained fatal injuries in the collision. No other injuries were reported.
Investigators are continuing their inquiry into what caused the accident.
