3 Injured in Bakersfield Auto Accident on King Street and Niles Street
BAKERSFIELD, CA (April 3, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, a startling vehicle crash on King Street and Niles Street left multiple injuries.
The incident occurred just around 12:30 p.m. at the intersection of King Street and Niles Street.
The Bakersfield Police Department came to the crash scene in east Bakersfield.
Upon the officers’ arrival, they determined that the incident involved a pickup truck and a sedan.
Officers confirmed that a 2-year-old baby seated in the sedan was faced-forward in a child safety seat.
Then, responders transported a baby to a local hospital with major injuries.
Moreover, the drivers and passengers suffered minor injuries.
More Details on the Bakersfield Crash
During the investigation, officers discovered that the sedan headed westbound on Niles Street.
However, it crashed with the pickup truck as it traveled Niles Street after stopping at the posted stop sign at its intersection with King Street.
Then, the pickup rolled over several times before it came to a stop on the south sidewalk of Niles Street.
Then, the sedan crashed into a utility pole at its base before coming to rest.
Moreover, the Bakersfield Police Department Major Collision Investigation Team came to the scene and shut down the intersection of King Street and Niles Street.
At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.
Furthermore, the authorities urged anyone with information to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.
What’s Next after Crash in Bakersfield
It is important to drive defensively/abide by all driving laws. By doing so, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.
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