Woman Killed after Pickup, Semi-Truck Collide on Taft Highway in Bakersfield
Woman Killed, Man Hospitalized after Bakersfield Crash on Taft Highway and Old River Road
Bakersfield, California (June 8, 2021) – A woman was killed and a man was seriously injured when a pickup truck collided with a semi-truck Tuesday afternoon at an intersection in Bakersfield, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The tragic wreck occurred at around 1:56 p.m. on Taft Highway and Old River Road.
According to the CHP, the woman was driving a Tan GMC Sierra pickup truck northbound on Old River Road when, for an undetermined reason, she allowed the vehicle to drift onto Taft Highway, where it collided with a big rig that was traveling eastbound.
Taft Highway Collision Kills 1, Injures 1
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Her husband, who was a passenger in the pickup, was transported to a hospital for treatment of major injuries.
The occupants of the semi-truck were uninjured.
Taft Highway was closed in both directions due to 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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