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<\/p>\nDriver killed in fiery crash in Sacramento County, CHP says<\/p>\n
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A driver died following a single-vehicle fiery crash Monday night on the Hazel Avenue Bridge in Sacramento County, according to the California Highway Patrol. <\/p>\n
CHP said the vehicle overturned on Hazel Avenue before catching fire. The driver was trapped before the vehicle was engulfed in flames. Officers tried rescuing the driver, but were unsuccessful. <\/p>\n
The driver died as a result of the crash.<\/p>\n
Two officers sustained minor injuries while attempting to save the driver from the burning vehicle. <\/p>\n
Witness statements indicate speed is suspected to be a factor, CHP said. <\/p>\n
It’s unknown if drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash. <\/p>\n
CHP said southbound lanes of Hazel Avenue are closed due to the crash. Only one northbound lane is open. <\/p>\n
All northbound lanes are expected to be reopen soon. Estimated time of reopening is unknown for the southbound lanes, CHP said. <\/p>\n
This is a developing story. Stay with KCRA 3 for the latest. <\/p>\n
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