Dorthea J Martz, 36, from Angels Camp Passed Away in July 15th Collision

Angels Camp, CA…The sad notifications have been made and CHP has released updated details on the fatal collision we reported earlier on. From CHP..”On July 15, 2018, at approximately 1920 hours, Dorthea J Martz was driving her 2005 Subaru eastbound on Vallecito Road, east of Rolleri Bypass at a high rate of speed. Mr. Sanders was driving his 1980 Ford westbound on Vallecito Road, east of Rolleri Bypass at 40 mph approaching the 2005 Subaru. Ms. Martz attempted to negotiate a right hand curve and allowed her vehicle to travel across the double yellow line into the westbound lane. The left front of the Subaru collided with the left rear of the Ford. The Subaru continued eastbound and off of the roadway. The Subaru overturned twice, ejecting her from the vehicle.

As a result of the collision, she sustained life-threatening injuries. She was transported by ground to a landing zone at the Angels Camp Police Department. Party #1 succumbed to her injuries prior to being transported from the landing zone.

The use of alcohol and/or drugs is unknown at this time, pending toxicology reports by the Calaveras County Coroner office.”

Our prayers are with her family.