A tragic car crash on a Southern California highway claimed the lives of a father and his three children. The accident occurred when the family was traveling in a 2012 Dodge Ram pickup truck. For reasons that remain unclear, the vehicle veered off the road, lost control, and overturned several times on a dirt shoulder.
Authorities with the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene shortly after the incident. Despite their efforts, all four family members were pronounced dead at the scene. The victims were identified as Bryce Martinez, 35, and his children: 16-year-old Cole, 15-year-old Trent, and 10-year-old Sailor. The children were residents of Barstow, California, while their father lived in nearby Yermo.
Investigators are still looking into the cause of the crash, but details are scarce at this time. Officials from the California Highway Patrol’s Barstow Area Office were not immediately available for comment.
In the wake of the tragedy, the family’s community has rallied together to support the surviving members. A GoFundMe campaign was launched to assist Tamara Ortiz, the children’s mother, and her surviving children, Peyton and Lynsey. The fundraiser has already raised more than $33,000 to help cover the unexpected expenses caused by the crash.
The fundraiser organizer described the situation as heartbreaking and unexpected, noting that Tamara, the children’s mother, has had a difficult time accepting help from others. The organizer stressed how much the family appreciates the donations and support from the community during this painful time.
This devastating crash has left many grieving, with friends and family offering their condolences. The community continues to show support for the surviving family members, and authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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