A report has emerged regarding a fatal car crash following a high-speed pursuit in Ventura County. The chase began around 10:20 p.m. on a recent Sunday night. The incident began in an unincorporated community south of Camarillo, according to information released by the Ventura County Sheriffs Office.
The driver involved was identified as Jose Meza, a 46-year-old from Moorpark. He reportedly fled from a California Highway Patrol officer who tried to stop him on suspicion of driving under the influence and violating other, unspecified vehicle codes. This sparked a chase that led into Camarillo along Las Posas Road and eventually onto the southbound 101 Freeway.
A unit from the California Highway Patrol and a cruiser from the Sheriffs Department were engaged in the pursuit. Meza reportedly drove erratically and at excessive speeds, surpassing 100 miles per hour. Following this, he made an unsuccessful attempt to exit via the Lewis Road off-ramp and collided with a guard rail. This resulted in him being ejected from his vehicle.
At the scene, officers and deputies treated Meza before he was transported to a local hospital via ambulance. Unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead at the medical facility. The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the CHP, says Sheriffs Office, leading to an ongoing investigation by both agencies. Anyone who may have witnessed this event is encouraged to contact Sheriffs Detective Luke Riordan at 805-388-5120.
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