UPDATE: July 2nd, 2023
Press Release from the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office:
Incident Number: 2023-14069
Location: 4300 block of Young Creek Road, Ukiah, CA
Date of Incident: 07-01-2023, 06:00 PM
Victim: 54-year-old female adult from Ukiah, California.
In a recent statement, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update on an ongoing coroner’s case investigation. On July 1, 2023, around 6 PM, deputies responded to a distress call in the 4300 block of Young Creek Road, Ukiah. The involved individual, a 54-year-old woman from Ukiah, tragically succumbed to her injuries following an ATV accident on a narrow trail.
The press release further details the incident, stating that as the ATV began to tip over, the woman tried to prevent the fall. Unfortunately, the ATV landed on her, causing severe injuries. Despite the immediate response from family members and the subsequent transportation by ambulance, the woman passed away during transit.
The case is presently under active investigation by the California Highway Patrol in collaboration with the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office. Sergeant J. Wells #2420 has been named as the author of this press release. As the investigation progresses, additional information will be disclosed as and when it becomes available. This press release serves as the official statement on this case, and all future updates will be communicated here.
Press Release: HERE
Original Post: July 1st, 2023
ATV Rollover Incident in Hopland Results in Multiple Injuries and a Confirmed Fatality
In a distressing event that took place off McNab Road in the 4000 Block of Young Creek Road, Hopland, an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rolled over leading to serious injuries and a fatality. The tragic accident, which unfolded at 5:10 PM on July 1, 2023, involved three patients, including a toddler. Authorities have confirmed one death at the scene, with details being withheld until the next of kin is notified.
Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene, where responders had to navigate challenging terrain to reach the victims. Among the first on the scene, CDF was attempting to discern the exact location of the incident. Ukiah Fire was reported to have stopped a vehicle as they continued their response.
A Sonoma County Air Ambulance was on standby with an estimated ETA of 12 minutes, while additional ground ambulance support was called in due to the severity of the injuries. According to the Incident Commander (IC) at 5:29 PM, there was at least one patient with major injuries. To assist with the situation, a REACH flight check was requested (REH1).
A helicopter landing zone (LZ) was quickly established near McNab Ranch due to the remote location of the accident. By 5:38 PM, both aircraft had a clear landing path in a large opening. However, communication difficulties occurred while coordinating the rescue, leading to the location of the LZ being moved.
By 5:50 PM, first responders had arrived at the scene and were preparing to give a report. Confirmation of CHP’s (California Highway Patrol) arrival and an update on the fatality came at 6:07 PM, shortly before the Sonoma County air ambulance was called off.
Authorities waited for the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) to arrive at the location at 6:09 PM, and by 6:13 PM, the Sonoma County 1 had been canceled at the scene and was departing southwards.
This tragic event underscores the potential dangers associated with off-road vehicles like ATVs, especially in challenging terrain. It also demonstrates the importance of proper safety measures and the incredible response times of emergency services in such remote locations.
Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates on this story as more information becomes available.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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