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Richardson Ayala, 67, Killed in Santa Ana Food Truck Collision With SUV

Police say the 67-year-old attempted a left turn before the SUV hit the truck.

Overview

  • The crash was reported just before 11 p.m. Tuesday on the 200 block of West Warner Avenue near South Broadway.
  • Ayala was partially ejected and pinned when the food truck overturned, and he was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
  • Ayala’s wife, who was riding in the truck, was taken to a hospital, and the SUV driver was hospitalized with minor injuries.
  • Investigators say DUI is not suspected as they examine whether speed or other factors contributed, and no arrests have been announced.
  • West Warner Avenue was closed in both directions between Main Street and South Birch Street during the response and investigation.