Vehicle Crash on North Chester Avenue Injures 2 People [Bakersfield, CA]

Bakersfield, CA (June 15, 2025) – A slow-speed chase crash on North Chester Avenue resulted in 2 people getting hurt and hospitalized.

According to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office, the collision happened Saturday evening, at around 9:15 p.m. near North Chester Avenue, between Decatur Street and Lincoln Avenue.

Reports say that the slow-speed chase ended with two people struck and trapped under a vehicle.

Kern County Sheriff’s deputies were pursuing a possibly stolen vehicle that failed to stop.

The suspected driver drove into the alley at approximately 15 mph, striking two men and trapping them underneath the vehicle.

Several deputies arriving at the scene lifted the vehicle off the men.

Both victims sustained moderate injuries and were transported to a hospital.

Authorities took the unidentified pursuit suspect into custody.

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Traffic collisions can happen anytime, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence. Always wear your seatbelt, obey speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists. Keep a safe distance between vehicles and adjust your speed for road conditions.

Sweet Lawyers urges all drivers to comply with law enforcement signals to stop. Evading police creates dangerous situations that can result in serious injuries or fatalities for innocent bystanders, as well as severe legal consequences for those attempting to flee. Prioritize safety and always pull over when directed by authorities.

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A Personal Injury Claim Could Help

A personal injury case is critical after a car accident, especially when there is an injured party caused by another driver’s carelessness. Automobile accidents can lead to painful physical injuries, emotional distress and financial ruin. Medical expenses, lost income, and expenses for long term recovery don’t take long to add up. One option for reaching a fair resolution to these damages is a personal injury lawsuit.

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If you do retain an experienced personal injury lawyer, the case is likely to proceed much more smoothly and not only will you be led through the legal process, you will likely have a better chance of a positive outcome as well.

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