Pregnant Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on Beale Avenue [Bakersfield, CA]

22-Year-Old Pregnant Woman Ejected after Two-Vehicle Crash at Beale Avenue and Monterey Street

 
BAKERSFIELD, CA (August 8, 2019) – A pregnant woman suffered injuries in a two-vehicle crash on Beale Avenue, Thursday afternoon.
 
According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the incident happened shortly after 1:30 PM. Due to unknown reasons, a silver sedan crashed into a blue minivan near Monterey Street.
 
The impact of the collision ejected a 22-year-old pregnant woman from one of the vehicles. Emergency responders rushed her to a hospital, where she had to deliver her baby following the crash and keep the newborn in the NICU. Doctors also had to have her leg amputated from the knee down as a result of her injuries.
 
Those who wish to assist the victim’s family with medical expenses can donate to her GoFundMe page.
 
Bakersfield police continue to investigate the cause of the crash. Authorities will release additional information following the conclusion of the investigation.
 
It is important to always be alert when behind the wheel of a car, truck, or bus. Stay within the speed limit, and follow the rules of the road to prevent any dangerous accidents. Always keep an eye out for possible road hazards and stay on guard.

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