One Seriously Hurt after Pedestrian Crash on White Lane [Bakersfield, CA]

Pedestrian Accident on White Lane near Montebello Drive Left One Injured

BAKERSFIELD, CA (January 3, 2022) – A pedestrian crash on White Lane left one person seriously injured Sunday evening.

The incident happened around 6 p.m. near Montebello Drive.

According to the family, the victim lives in the area.

Later on, a spokesperson claimed that a sedan struck the pedestrian walking in the road.

According to the authorities, the driver remained at the scene to cooperate with the investigation.

Meanwhile, paramedics rushed the victim to Kern Medical for treatment of major injuries.

Bakersfield Officials are working to identify the circumstances surrounding the White Lane pedestrian crash.

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