Head-On Crash Between Semi-Truck and Sedan on Route 395 near Olancha Lane Kills Two
OLANCHA, CA (December 28, 2017) – Around 4:51 PM on Thursday on State Route 395, two people were killed instantly in a head-on collision between a Lexus GS350 and a semi-truck.
The accident took place just south of where the U.S. 395 and State Route 190 meet in Olancha, Ca. While trying to pass another vehicle, the silver Lexus drove in the northbound lane, crashing head-on into the truck.
Two people inside the sedan were killed instantly, while a child in the backseat was transported to the bakersfield Trauma Center by Mercy Air. The names of the victims have not been released.
The trailer of the truck was turned on its side, and there was major damage to the front end of the tractor. Sustaining minor injuries, the driver was taken to Southern Inyo Hospital.
Authorities are investigating the details of the fatal crash.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victims involved.
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