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A 22-year-old man died this morning about an hour after he was critically injured in a solo traffic accident, authorities said.
Evan Salgado, of Simi Valley, was driving northbound on Madera Road near Vista Lago Drive in Simi Valley about 7:30 a.m. when his vehicle drifted off the roadway and collided with a traffic signal pole, according to a prepared statement from the Simi Valley Police Department.
Salgado suffered major injuries to his head and chest in the crash. He was pronounced dead in Simi Valley Hospital Emergency Room at 8:24 a.m., said Senior Deputy Medical Examiner Craig Stevens.
Evidence at the scene suggests Salgado may have fallen asleep driving home from his overnight job, police said.
Investigators believe Salgado likely fell asleep at the wheel because his family told police he was coming home from his first night on a graveyard shift, and there were no tire marks at the site of the crash, said Sgt. John Parks of the Simi Valley police.
It appears that Salgado came to a curve in the road and kept driving straight, which is often an indication of someone who has fallen asleep, Parks said.
There was no evidence alcohol played a role in the crash.
Police are asking that anyone who witnessed the collision call traffic investigators at 583-6921.
Posted by QuestionAuthority on December 28, 2007 at 3:54 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Now this Truly Is a Sad Story--Sincerest Condolences to the Family of Mr. Salgado ! !
Posted by stikkelman on December 28, 2007 at 8:57 p.m. (Suggest removal)
my son died this EXACT way,a turn they never made.......My condolences to the family. I am so very sorry
Posted by AudSpence on December 28, 2007 at 9:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)
I couldn't believe the news when I heard this. Evan was a great guy and comes from a great family. My heart and prayers go out to them.
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