Bakersfield, CA. – One person was injured in a collision involving a semi-truck on Tuesday afternoon, Dec 16, in Bakersfield.
The accident happened around 2:01 p.m. on Highway 99 near California Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A small car reportedly spun out and crashed into a semi-truck. The impact of the collision sent the car off the highway, where it overturned and came to rest on its wheels.
One person was injured in the accident and was taken to an area hospital in unknown condition.
Additional information about the accident was not provided.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Bakersfield is one of the largest cities in California with a high population compared to other cities. With the growing population, the city has experienced an increase in the number of traffic accidents recorded in recent years. In 2021, Bakersfield reported a total of 1863 injuries and fatalities due to traffic accidents. The city’s crash statistics are part of a broader statewide trend, with California consistently ranking high in total traffic fatalities and injuries. Specific breakdowns for Bakersfield in 2021 reveal that there were 276 alcohol-related accidents (14.8%), while speed was a factor in 210 of the accidents (11.3%). Pedestrians were mostly affected, with the city recording 135 pedestrian-related accidents and having an OTS ranking of 8/15.
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