Lakaylyn Thomas Killed in Two-Car Crash on 580 Freeway in San Leandro

19-Year-Old Oakland Woman Dies in 580 Freeway Crash near Dutton Avenue

 
SAN LEANDRO, CA (May 7, 2019) – A young woman was killed following a two-car crash Tuesday afternoon in San Leandro.
 
The woman has been identified by the coroner’s office Wednesday as 19-year-old Lakaylyn Thomas of Oakland.
 
The collision happened just before 2:30 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of 580 Freeway near the Dutton Avenue exit.
 
Preliminary investigation reveals that a white Ford Fusion and a tan Buick may have been traveling at high speed before they sideswiped each other, causing both to leave the roadway in the off-ramp area.
 
Thomas who was driving the Ford sedan was pronounced dead at the scene. Her car crashed into a tree.
 
The Buick ended up down an embankment. The unidentified driver remained hospitalized with major head injuries, the California Highway Patrol said.
 
Oakland firefighters responded with a truck and engine. Alameda County Fire Department firefighters also responded with a truck and a battalion chief, but that response was canceled on-scene.
 
A SigAlert was issued at 2:48 p.m. for the on-scene investigation. It was lifted by 6:00 p.m.
 
Investigation of this fatal crash is still ongoing.

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With deepest sympathies, we would like to send our thoughts of courage, strength, and support to the bereaved family and friends of Lakaylyn Thomas.

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