Four Dead in Overpacked Car Crash

A compact Hyundai Veloster, carrying six occupants despite its five-person capacity, was involved in a severe crash on Highway 2 near Flume Canyon Drive. The incident occurred early Friday morning around 1:30 am on the mountain section of the highway. The vehicle reportedly veered off the roadway and collided forcefully with a utility pole.

The impact resulted in the ejection of several passengers, leading to four fatalities at the scene. Two additional individuals were transported to the hospital and are reported to be in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash and have not yet released the identities of the victims.