A driver died following an accident in Lakewood this evening, officials confirmed to TLS.
The accident happened shortly after 7:00 PM at the intersection of County Line Road and Poplar Street.
According to preliminary information we received, the driver reportedly crashed through a fence and then struck another vehicle.
Upon arrival, emergency personnel found the driver unresponsive, and CPR was initiated. He was hospitalized, and pronounced dead a short time later.
Official tells TLS it appears the driver suffered either a medical episode prior to the accident. He was approximately 60 years old.
The Lakewood police department’s traffic safety division is investigating.
How can this be happening with people who have health issues
You mean to say how can it be prevented? Eat healthfully, sleep well etc. I feel bad about this, no idea any name, but is responsibility for oneself and others as well.