Fatal Bakersfield Crash at Hosking Avenue and Hughes Lane

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (May 22, 2025) — A woman died early Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash at Hosking Avenue and Hughes Lane in south Bakersfield.

Woman Killed in 2-Vehicle Collision in Bakersfield

The traffic accident occurred just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21st, according to Bakersfield Now.

The woman was driving a Buick Roadmaster when she allegedly made a left-hand turn against a red traffic light into the path of an oncoming vehicle traveling east on Hosking Avenue, the report said.

She suffered major injuries and was transported by ambulance to a hospital where she later died.

Bakersfield Fatal Crash Investigation

Meanwhile, a man in the other vehicle did not report any serious injuries at the scene and he cooperated with the investigation.

Investigators are working on the case and asking witnesses to call the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.

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Source: Bakersfield Now