1 Killed in Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident on Highway 184 near Farmers Lane
BAKERSFIELD, CA (December 21, 2021) – Saturday night, Victor Lopez Jr died in a hit-and-run crash on Highway 184 near Farmers Lane.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident happened at around 6:06 p.m. Moreover, it occurred on Highway 184 near Farmers Lane.
Reports revealed that a northbound vehicle struck a pedestrian walking out of the lane. Then, the vehicle fled the scene without stopping after the collision.
Moreover, officials confirmed that the pedestrian, 44-year-old Victor Lopez Jr, died in the crash.
Furthermore, officers believed that drugs and alcohol played a role in the crash.
Meanwhile, the incident remains under investigation.
With heavy hearts, we send our sympathies to the family and friends of Victor Lopez Jr.
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