Elizabeth Egger and Taylor Elliott Dies in Tragic Crash on Highway 99 [Chico, CA]

Chico, CA (February 21, 2025) – 25-year-old Elizabeth Egger and 28-year-old Taylor Elliott, both from Palermo, were pronounced dead in the Highway 99 rollover crash.

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the fatal incident happened at about 10:48 p.m. north of Shippee Road.

Reports say that a white GMC Sierra traveled southbound on Highway 99, and for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered off the roadway, struck a wire fence and steel fence posts, and overturned.

One woman was ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene. The other was partially ejected and later died at Enloe Medical Center. CHP reported that neither victim was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

Investigators have not yet determined who was driving at the time of the accident, and they are considering alcohol as a possible factor in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of Elizabeth Egger and Taylor Elliott. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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