Lack of Sleep May be to Blame for Fatal Accident

Lack of Sleep May be to Blame for Fatal Accident


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(KSL News) Officials say drowsy driving is to blame for the death of 65-year-old West Jordan woman. She was traveling east on State Road 6, in Spanish Fork Canyon.

Lack of Sleep May be to Blame for Fatal Accident

Witnesses say the woman was swerving in and out of traffic, then crossed several lanes into oncoming traffic, and slammed into a semi head-on. She died on impact. The driver of the semi was OK.

Officials don't believe speed or alcohol was a factor. The crash is under investigation.

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