Ian Rutledge Killed, 1 Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 79 [Winchester, CA]

Ian Rutledge Killed, 1 Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 79 [Winchester, CA]

1 Killed, 1 Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 79 [Winchester, CA]

1 Killed, 1 Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 79 [Winchester, CA]

Victim Pronounced Dead after Two-Car Collision on Simpson Road

WINCHESTER, CA (May 5, 2022) – A two-vehicle crash on Highway 79 took the life of 23-year-old Ian Rutledge, and injured another Tuesday afternoon.

The crash happened around 1:20 p.m., on the southbound lanes of the highway at Simpson Road, near Winchester Farms.

According to reports, a BMW sedan and another vehicle collided in the area. However, further circumstances leading up to the incident remain unclear.

In addition, a witness claimed that one of the vehicles was speeding and went around traffic on the two-lane corridor.

Later, the Menifee the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner’s Bureau identified Rutledge as the deceased victim at the scene. Meanwhile, the other unidentified victim sustained moderate to major injuries.

At this time, Winchester Officials continue to investigate the deadly two-vehicle crash.


Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.


It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a car accident. Reach out to the wrongful death lawyers at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands that nothing can alleviate the emotional pain of a death of a loved one, but we can help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at (800) 975-3435 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat. Click here to request a police report.


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