Teodosia Velasco Hernandez Killed in Head-On Crash on South Lake Road [Taft, CA]
Woman Killed in Traffic Accident on South Lake Road
TAFT, CA (April 5, 2022) – Early Monday afternoon, Teodosia Velasco Hernandez died in a head-on crash on South Lake Road.
According to authorities, the incident occurred about three miles east of Gardner Field Road just before 12:30 p.m.
Per reports, an unidentified 31-year-old woman was driving a 2012 Acura eastbound when she entered the westbound lanes for reasons unknown. As a result, the Acura collided head-on with a 2002 Chevrolet pickup-truck.
Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the Acura driver dead at the scene.
Meanwhile, her passenger, identified as 38-year-old Eminglio Hernandez, suffered severe injuries. The driver of the pickup, identified as 24-year-old Jose Abel Espinoza from Maricopa, also sustained serious injury.
Eventually, first responders arrived and transported both men to Kern Medical for further treatment.
California Highway Patrol officers are still working to identify the circumstances surrounding the crash. No other details have been disclosed while authorities are conducting an active investigation.
No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Teodosia Velasco Hernandez.
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