Santoge Declouette Killed in 2-Vehicle Crash on I-5 in Bakersfield
Santoge Declouette ID’d as Man Killed in Bakersfield Crash on Interstate 5 near California Aqueduct Overpass

Bakersfield, California (April 14, 2021) – The Kern County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who was killed early Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Bakersfield as Santoge Thearry Declouette, 39.
The deadly accident happened at about 3:00 a.m. Sunday, April 11, on Interstate 5, just north of the California Aqueduct Overpass.
Authorities said a car, occupied by Declouette, collided with a semi-truck for unknown reasons on Interstate 5.
Declouette was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
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- 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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