Tragic ATV Crash Near Highway 36 Claims a Life [Dinsmore, CA]

Dinsmore, CA (May 17, 2025) – A horrific ATV crash near Highway 36 on Saturday afternoon led to the death of a man.

According to authorities, the shocking incident happened around 4 p.m. on Bear Creek Road near Dinsmore.

Reports say that a man lost his life in a fatal crash involving two all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) near Bear Creek Ranch off Highway 36 in eastern Humboldt County.

Officials say that the crash prompted emergency responders, including fire personnel and ambulance crews, to rush to the scene.

Authorities reported that the two ATVs collided, resulting in fatal injuries for one individual. Emergency personnel confirmed the man’s death at the scene.

Another man, described as the reporting party’s father, was also injured, prompting a request for a REACH air ambulance. It remains unclear if the injured individual and the deceased are the same person.

The California Highway Patrol and Humboldt County Coroner’s Office are actively investigating the crash.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic accident. Our thoughts are with you during this incredibly challenging time.

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