Christopher Laurie, son of local pastor Greg Laurie, was killed Thursday after hitting a CalTrans truck in the carpool lane of the 91 freeway near Serfas Club Drive.
Traffic, already heavy in that area at most times, was reportedly backed up for 14 miles. Riverside resident Luetta P., passed through the area after the accident and reported seeing a crashed vehicle, with extensive damage to the driver’s side. She did not know at the time that it was the son of Greg Laurie, long time pastor and inspiration of her son and granddaughter. When she realized who it was this morning, she was devastated. “This is tragic, especially with a young child and another baby on the way. My prayers go out to the family…” Luetta is the prayer leader of a local church and without a doubt, Mr. Laurie’s family will be in everyone’s prayers tonight.
