Betty Stofa Killed in Rollover Crash on 40 Freeway in Ludlow

93-Year-Old Woman Dies in Afternoon Rollover Crash on 40 Freeway at Mile Marker 65

 
LUDLOW, CA (January 10, 2019) – An elderly woman was killed following a rollover crash Thursday afternoon in Ludlow, officials said.
 
The fatal crash happened around 3:32 p.m. on westbound 40 Freeway at mile marker 65.
 
According to the San Bernardino County Coroner’s office, a red 2015 Toyota Rav4 was heading westbound when it failed to negotiate a curve, entered the center divider and struck a rock embankment. The SUV then overturned several times.
 
First responders requested County Fire helicopter H325 to respond and land at the scene. A CPR was performed to a female passenger. Sadly, the patient did not survive and was pronounced dead at the scene.
 
The victim was later identified as a 93-year-old Betty Sofa of Alta Loma.
 
The driver, a man in his 70s, suffered moderate injuries and was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center in an unknown condition.
 
California Highway Patrol officers assisted with temporarily shutting down the freeway.
 
Alcohol or drugs are not believed to be factors in the crash. The incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the crash, is urged to contact CHP’s Barstow Office at 760-255-5900.

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We hope the family and friends of Betty Stofa are surrounded by steadfast and comforting support as they grieve for the loss of their loved one.

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