Fatal Collision at Rosedale Highway and Renfro Road 

The California Highway Patrol are actively working to determine the cause of a fatal collision in West Bakersfield Monday evening. 

Reports included that the accident took place at 6:44 p.m. at the intersection of Rosedale Highway and Renfro Road. 

A BMW3 Series and Ford pickup truck collided on March 28th under unclear circumstances. 

Sadly, one person died as a result. Their identity has yet to be disclosed. 

Police shut down all eastbound lanes of the highway for two hours following the wreck.

Further details will be provided once an investigation is concluded.

In 2020, studies showed that the state of California reported 3,723 motor-vehicle deaths which was an increase from 2019. 

In the U.S. one’s odds of dying in a car accident is around 1 in 107.

Always make sure to wear a seatbelt, obey traffic laws, and avoid distractions while driving.

Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.