Maria Pelay and Refugio Olague Killed in Semi-Truck Collision on Highway 43 [Hanford, CA]

Maria Pelay and Refugio Olague Dead after Hanford Semi-Truck Incident

 
HANFORD, CA (July 3, 2019) – The CHP identified Maria Pelay and Refugio Olague as the deceased persons in a semi-truck crash in Hanford.
 
The accident occurred on Highway 43 near Idaho Avenue in Kings County shortly before 8 p.m. on Monday, July 1.
 
The California Highway Patrol said that a Freightliner turned in front of the Chevy. The Chevy was unable to stop or slow before it crashed into the right side of the semi-truck and become lodged beneath it.
 
CHP confirmed the driver of the SUV, 69-year-old Pelayo, and her passenger, 63-year-old Olague, died in the collision. Both were residents from Corcoran.
 
An 80-year-old male passenger in their vehicle sustained major injuries. Paramedics transported him to Kaweah Delta Hospital. His condition was unavailable.
 
The crash temporarily closed a section of Highway 43 for about three hours.
 
Authorities are still investigating what led to the incident.

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During this delicate time, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones and friends of Maria Pelay and Refugio Olague.

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