California

Man Killed in Accident at Hwy 99 near Hwy 119 in Bakersfield, CA

Date of Accident
January 3, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 99, Los Molinos, CA, USA

What Happened

California Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at Hwy 99 near Hwy 119 in Bakersfield, CA on January 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 3:31 a.m. According to investigators, a Toyota Prius was reportedly rear-ended by an approaching northbound tractor-trailer under unclear circumstances. The driver of the Prius, a 43-year-old man who was not publicly identified, suffered fatal injuries in the incident. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
California Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Prius, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
Hwy 99 near Hwy 119
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Prius was rear-ended by a Semi-Truck

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