Authorities are investigating a deadly crash that occurred during an alleged police pursuit early Friday in Orange.
Police said a BMW traveling on La Veta Avenue near Batavia Street left the roadway and slammed into a pole at approximately 3:15 a.m., splitting the vehicle in half. Adriana Flores, 21, who was riding as a passenger, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI. Officials stated that a CHP officer had attempted to stop the vehicle before the crash occurred. Additional details remain pending as investigators continue reviewing the incident.
A fundraising page has been created to assist the victim’s family.