![]() San Diego Doctors Treating Patients Injured in Deadly Imperial County Crash Watson said it was "premature for me to discuss or speculate what caused the collision." However, the CHP released its crash report on Tuesday night, in which it stated that, "At this time, it is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor in the collision and if seat belts were worn." The events leading up to the deadly crash were not yet known. Watson said it was sunny and clear at the time of the wreck and that there was no indication that weather played a role in the crash. He promised a thorough investigation into the crash. "What we have to keep in mind is that 13 people died in this crash," Watson said. "We owe it to the families and those killed and injured as well as the public to conduct a complete and thorough investigation."ĬHP was working with multiple agencies at the crash, including the Holtville Fire Department, the Imperial County Sheriff's Department and the U.S. ![]() Border Patrol, which responded to render aid, CHP said. The National Transportation Safety Board is also investigating the crash, and the Mexican Consulate is assisting CHP investigators with locating families of those who died, CHP said. Tuesday evening, the Mexican Foreign Affairs Undersecretary confirmed 10 of the 13 who died were Mexican nationals. Investigators are still working to confirm the identities of the other three deceased victims. Two of the seven injured patients who were transferred to San Diego hospitals were Guatemalan nationals, and three were Mexican, according to the consulate. The nationality of the other two has not been confirmed. The Mexican Consulate said any family members who need assistance can call (760) 455-2140. Offices in San Bernardino and San Diego can help with translation services if needed, the consulate said. Hospital staff said the nationality or citizenship status of the patients would not change their treatment. "I also just want to address an issue up front with everybody," Edwards said. "We don’t use the term undocumented in the hospitals.
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