Richard Lorge Killed in Crash on Highway 62

Posted on July 31, 2020December 4, 2020 by Staff Writer

2 Vehicles Involved in Fatal Joshua Tree Accident

Joshua Tree, CA (July 29, 2020) – A man was killed in a crash in Joshua Tree. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of July 29 on Highway 62.

A Ford Thunderbird, driven by Bronson White, 62, of Twentynine Palms, was traveling on westbound Highway 62. He lost control and drifted onto the shoulder. The Ford spun and hit a Toyota pickup truck, driven by Richard Lorge, 77, of Twentynine Palms.

Lorge was trapped and rescued by emergency crews. He was taken to a local hospital, where he later died. White suffered critical injuries and was also hospitalized.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the friends and loved ones of Richard Lorge.

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