News Release
Fatal Crash Involving a Utility Terrain Vehicle on Mineral Creek Loop Road
For immediate release: 07/05/2023, 10:00 a.m.
Valdez, AK – On Saturday, July 1, 2023, at about 11:45 p.m., Valdez Police and Fire Department personnel responded to the report of a crash involving a side-by-side utility terrain vehicle (UTV).
First responders arrived on scene and located an occupant, George Meyer, a 49-year-old male, suffering from injuries related to the crash. Meyer was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel. An additional occupant received minor injuries.
This is an active investigation.
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The date of the crash was corrected to reflect the accurate day.
Contact: Ana Stroup, communications director, 907.834.3400 or astroup@valdezak.gov