Maurilio Herrera Killed in Highway 65 Crash in Bakersfield
Maurilio Herrera ID’d as Man Killed in Bakersfield Car Crash on Highway 65 at James Road
Bakersfield, California (July 21, 2021) – The man who died following a Saturday morning traffic collision in Bakersfield has been identified by the Kern County Coroner as Maurilio Heredia Herrera, 27, of Carson.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the deadly crash happened at about 12:13 a.m. on July 10 on Highway 65 at James Road.
The CHP said Herrera was driving a 2003 Infiniti southbound on Highway 65 when he drifted into the southbound lanes to pass a vehicle.
For an undetermined reason, the Infiniti collided head-on with a 2011 Chevrolet that was heading northbound, driven by a Bakersfield man.
Man Killed in 2-Vehicle Collision on Highway 65 in Bakersfield
Herrera was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the Chevrolet was transported to Kern Medical with moderate injuries.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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