Fatal crash knocks out power in Sanger

Thursday, January 29, 2015
Fatal crash knocks out power in Sanger
Authorities are investigating an overnight crash that killed a man in Sanger.

SANGER, Calif. -- Authorities are investigating an overnight crash that killed a man in Sanger.

The crash happened around 12:30 Wednesday morning in the area of Newmark and Rainbow Avenues. Authorities say a driver lost control and ended up crashing into a wire that holds up a power pole.

The victim was not wearing a seat-belt and died at the scene. The crash left hundreds of neighbors in the dark for several hours.

The cause of the crash is under investigation but authorities believe speed may be to blame.