Two Fatalities in Multi-Car Collision on Highway 99 and Sankey Road Identified
Sutter County, CA (UPDATE) – Authorities identified 27-year-old Gabriela Sanchez of Chico and a 43-year-old Arthur Medina who died in a multi-car collision on Highway 99 and Sankey Road on July 5.
According to reports, the collision involved a silver 2014 Toyota driven by Medina and a white 2007 BMW operated by Sanchez.
The BMW traveled in the wrong direction when it collided head-on with the northbound Toyota.
Emergency crews then responded and pronounced the two drivers dead on the scene.
Moreover, police say alcohol as a potential factor in the crash.
Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Gabriela Sanchez and Arthur Medina. May their bereaved community find strength and comfort in this extremely difficult time.
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