California

Driver Killed in Accident at Hwy 46 in Kern County, CA

Published on: November 5, 2024

Date of Accident
November 1, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

California Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed one person at Hwy 46 in Kern County, CA on November 1st, 2024. Officials are saying a tractor-trailer headed southbound on a private road allegedly failed to yield before pulling into the path of a westbound Mercedes-Benz. Reports say the vehicle collided, the impact killing the driver of the Mercedes-Benz. The driver of the truck was allegedly identified as 29-year-old Cesar Luis Lopez Jr, who reports say was arrested on charges including murder and driving while intoxicated. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
California Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
Hwy 46
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with another vehicle

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