Norma Garcia Killed after Box Truck, Sedan Collide on Highway 108 in Oakdale
Norma Garcia ID’d as Woman Killed in Highway 108 Crash near Lancaster Road in Oakdale
Oakdale, California (April 30, 2021) – The Stanislaus County Coroner’s Bureau has identified the woman who died after a traffic crash between a sedan and box truck Friday morning east of Oakdale as Norma Garcia, 27, of Turlock.
The deadly accident happened at around 6:10 a.m. on Highway 108, just east of Lancaster Road.
The authorities said Garcia was driving westbound on Highway 108 and was approaching a bend in the roadway when, for unknown reasons, her 2006 Volkswagen sedan drifted into the eastbound lane and collided head-on with an oncoming International box truck.
As a result of the collision, both vehicles came to a stop in the eastbound lane with major damage.
Turlock Woman Killed in Oakdale Crash on Highway 108
Emergency crews responded to the scene and pronounced Garcia dead at the scene. The driver of the box truck suffered minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
It is still unclear if drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.
The accident remains under investigation.
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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