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Crash #2023062409 Crash #2023062409
Fatalities 1
State CALIFORNIA
County KERN
City SHAFTER
Date Aug. 14, 2023
Time 4:30 p.m.
Location(35.4997472, -119.2057944) - Fatality Map - Google Maps
Street Name 1 E LERDO HWY
Street Name 2 DRIVER RD
WeatherClear
Number of Vehicles 3
Number of Vehicles in Transport 3
Number of Parked Vehicles 0
Number of Persons in Motor Vehicles 3
Number of Persons in Motor Vehicles in Transport 3
Number of Persons in Parked Vehicles 0
Number of Nonmotorists 0
Route Signing Unknown/Not Reported
Rural / Urban Rural
Functional System Other Principal Arterial
Road Owner City or Municipal Highway Agency
National Highway System Part of the National Highway System
Special Jurisdiction No Special Jurisdiction (Includes National Forests Since 2008)
Milepoint 99998
First Harmful Event Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Manner of Collision Angle
At Intersection No
Relation to Junction Intersection
Type of Intersection T-Intersection
Relation to Road On Roadway
Work Zone None
Light Condition Daylight
Atmospheric Condition Clear
School Bus Related False
Rail Grade Crossing ID 0000000
Arrived At Hospital Hour 88
Arrived at Hospital Minute 88
Crash Related FactorMotor Vehicle Struck by Falling Cargo or Something That Came Loose From or Something That Was Set in Motion by a Vehicle
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Persons

Person #1 in Vehicle #1 Person #1 in Vehicle #1
Age 36 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityNo Apparent Injury (O)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseShoulder and Lap Belt Used
Restraint System MisuseNo Indication of Misuse
Helmet UseNot Applicable
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedReported as Deployment Unknown
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementYes (Alcohol Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test ResultNot Reported
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByNot Transported for Treatment
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist Device TypeNot Applicable
Non Motorist Device MotorizationNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkNot Aplicable
HispanicNot a Fatality (Not Applicable)
Race Not a Fatality (Not Applicable)
Person Related Factor None Noted
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Person #1 in Vehicle #2 Person #1 in Vehicle #2
Age 21 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityFatal Injury (K)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseShoulder and Lap Belt Used
Restraint System MisuseNo Indication of Misuse
Helmet UseNot Applicable
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedReported as Deployment Unknown
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationExtricated
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementNot Reported
Alcohol Test GivenTest Given
Alcohol Test TypeBlood Test
Alcohol Test Result0.0
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedTest Given
Transported To Medical Facility ByNot Transported for Treatment
Died En RouteDied at Scene
Month of DeathAugust
Day of Death14
Year of Death2023
Hour of Death16
Minute of Death30
Lag Hours0
Lag Minutes0
Non Motorist Device TypeNot Applicable
Non Motorist Device MotorizationNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkNo
HispanicMexican
Race White
Person Related Factor None Noted
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Person #1 in Vehicle #3 Person #1 in Vehicle #3
Age 33 year(s) old
SexFemale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityNo Apparent Injury (O)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseShoulder and Lap Belt Used
Restraint System MisuseNo Indication of Misuse
Helmet UseNot Applicable
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Deployed
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementNo (Alcohol Not Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenTest Not Given
Alcohol Test TypeNot Tested for Alcohol
Alcohol Test ResultNone Given
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedTest Not Given
Transported To Medical Facility ByNot Transported for Treatment
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist Device TypeNot Applicable
Non Motorist Device MotorizationNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkNot Aplicable
HispanicNot a Fatality (Not Applicable)
Race Not a Fatality (Not Applicable)
Person Related Factor None Noted
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Moving Vehicles

Vehicle #1 Vehicle #1
Fatalities 0
Number of Occupants 1
Hit and Run No Hit and Run
NCSA Make Ford
Body Type Utility Station Wagon
NCSA Model 423
Registration State California
Registered Vehicle Owner Vehicle Registered as Commercial/Business/Company/Government
VIN 1FMNU40L75EB
Model Year 2005
VPIC Make ID 460
VPIC Model ID 2370
VPIC Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Body Class Not Applicable
Lower Weight Rating Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lbs (2,722 - 4,536 kg)
Upper Weight Rating Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lbs (2,722 - 4,536 kg)
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID 00000000000
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not a Bus
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 65
Travel Speed 65
Underride / Override Not Reported
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location No Rollover
Initial Contact Point 12 O'Clock
Extent of Damage Disabling Damage
Vehicle Towed Towed
Most Harmful Event Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Fire Occurence True
Automated Driving System Present Not Reported
Automated Driving System Level Not Reported
Automated Driving System Engaged Not Reported
Driver Drinking Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State California
Driver Zip Code 93263
Non CDL License Type Full Driver License
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status No Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Valid License for This Class Vehicle
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions No Restrictions or Not Applicable
Driver Height 66
Driver Weight 230
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) 0
Previous BAC Suspensions 0
Previous Other Suspensions 0
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 0
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation No Record
Year of Oldest Violation 0
Month of Newest Violation No Record
Year of Newest Violation 0
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Divided, Unprotected Median
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Blacktop, Bituminous, or Asphalt
Roadway Surface Condition Dry
Traffic Control Device Traffic Control Signal (on Colors) With Pedestrian Signal
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Going Straight
Critical Precrash Event THIS VEHICLE TRAVELING Crossing Over (Passing Through) Intersection
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Tracking
Pre-impact Location Stayed in Original Travel Lane
Crash Type CATEGORY IV: CHANGING TRAFFICWAY, VEHICLE TURNING - Turn Into Path, Turn into Opposite Directions [Going Straight]
Vehicle Related Factor None Noted
Driver Related Factor Failure to Obey Actual Traffic Signs, Traffic Control Devices or Traffic Officers, Failure to Observe Safety Zone Traffic Laws
Visibility Obstructions No Obstruction Noted
Moving Violations None
Driver Maneuvered to Avoid Not Reported
Vehicle Factors None Noted
Damaged Areas 1 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 2 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 3 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 4 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 5 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 6 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 7 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 8 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 9 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 10 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 11 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 12 O'Clock
Damaged Areas Top
Damaged Areas Undercarriage
Driver Distracted Not Reported
Driver Impaired Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drugs, or
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Vehicle #2 Vehicle #2
Fatalities 1
Number of Occupants 1
Hit and Run No Hit and Run
NCSA Make Infiniti
Body Type 4-Door Sedan/Hardtop
NCSA Model 41
Registration State California
Registered Vehicle Owner Driver (in This Crash) Was Registered Owner
VIN JN1EV7AP5JM3
Model Year 2018
VPIC Make ID 480
VPIC Model ID 1901
VPIC Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Body Class Not Applicable
Lower Weight Rating Class 1: 6,000 lbs or less (2,722 kg or less)
Upper Weight Rating Class 1: 6,000 lbs or less (2,722 kg or less)
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID 00000000000
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not a Bus
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 65
Travel Speed Unknown
Underride / Override Not Reported
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location No Rollover
Initial Contact Point 9 O'Clock
Extent of Damage Disabling Damage
Vehicle Towed Towed
Most Harmful Event Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Fire Occurence True
Automated Driving System Present Not Reported
Automated Driving System Level Not Reported
Automated Driving System Engaged Not Reported
Driver Drinking No Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State California
Driver Zip Code 93309
Non CDL License Type Full Driver License
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status No Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Valid License for This Class Vehicle
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions No Restrictions or Not Applicable
Driver Height 69
Driver Weight 135
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) 0
Previous BAC Suspensions 0
Previous Other Suspensions 0
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 1
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation September
Year of Oldest Violation 2022
Month of Newest Violation September
Year of Newest Violation 2022
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Not Divided
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Blacktop, Bituminous, or Asphalt
Roadway Surface Condition Dry
Traffic Control Device Traffic Control Signal (on Colors) Not Known if Pedestrian Signal
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Turning Left
Critical Precrash Event OTHER MOTOR VEHICLE ENCROACHING INTO LANE From Crossing Street, Across Path
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Tracking
Pre-impact Location Stayed in Original Travel Lane
Crash Type CATEGORY IV: CHANGING TRAFFICWAY, VEHICLE TURNING - Turn Into Path, Turn into Opposite Directions [Turning Left]
Vehicle Related Factor None Noted
Driver Related Factor None Noted
Visibility Obstructions No Obstruction Noted
Moving Violations None
Driver Maneuvered to Avoid Not Reported
Vehicle Factors None Noted
Damaged Areas 1 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 2 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 3 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 4 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 5 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 6 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 7 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 8 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 9 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 10 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 11 O'Clock
Damaged Areas 12 O'Clock
Damaged Areas Top
Damaged Areas Undercarriage
Driver Distracted Not Reported
Driver Impaired Not Reported
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Vehicle #3 Vehicle #3
Fatalities 0
Number of Occupants 1
Hit and Run No Hit and Run
NCSA Make Kia
Body Type 4-Door Sedan/Hardtop
NCSA Model 34
Registration State California
Registered Vehicle Owner Driver (in This Crash) Not Registered Owner (Other Private Owner)
VIN KNAGM4A76F55
Model Year 2015
VPIC Make ID 499
VPIC Model ID 2739
VPIC Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Body Class Not Applicable
Lower Weight Rating Class 1: 6,000 lbs or less (2,722 kg or less)
Upper Weight Rating Class 1: 6,000 lbs or less (2,722 kg or less)
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID 00000000000
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not a Bus
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 65
Travel Speed Unknown
Underride / Override Not Applicable
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location No Rollover
Initial Contact Point Top
Extent of Damage Minor Damage
Vehicle Towed Not Towed
Most Harmful Event MotorMotor Vehicle In-Transport Strikes or Is Struck by Cargo, Persons or Objects Setin-Motion From/by Another Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Fire Occurence False
Automated Driving System Present Not Reported
Automated Driving System Level Not Reported
Automated Driving System Engaged Not Reported
Driver Drinking No Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State California
Driver Zip Code 93263
Non CDL License Type Full Driver License
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status No Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Valid License for This Class Vehicle
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions No Restrictions or Not Applicable
Driver Height 62
Driver Weight 209
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) 0
Previous BAC Suspensions 0
Previous Other Suspensions 0
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 0
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation No Record
Year of Oldest Violation 0
Month of Newest Violation No Record
Year of Newest Violation 0
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Divided, Unprotected Median
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Blacktop, Bituminous, or Asphalt
Roadway Surface Condition Dry
Traffic Control Device Traffic Control Signal (on Colors) Not Known if Pedestrian Signal
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Going Straight
Critical Precrash Event OTHER Other Critical Precrash Event
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Tracking
Pre-impact Location Stayed in Original Travel Lane
Crash Type CATEGORY VI: MISCELLANEOUS - Other Crash Type
Vehicle Related Factor None Noted
Driver Related Factor None Noted
Visibility Obstructions No Obstruction Noted
Moving Violations None
Driver Maneuvered to Avoid Not Reported
Vehicle Factors None Noted
Damaged Areas Top
Driver Distracted Not Reported
Driver Impaired Not Reported
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Crash Events

Event #1 Event #1
VehicleVehicle #1
Area Of Impact12 O'Clock
Sequence of EventsMotor Vehicle In-Transport
Vehicle Vehicle #2
Area Of Impact9 O'Clock
Event #2 Event #2
VehicleVehicle #1
Area Of ImpactCargo/Vehicle Parts Set-in-Motion
Sequence of EventsMotor Vehicle In-Transport Strikes or Is Struck by Cargo, Persons or Objects Set-in-Motion From/by Another Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Vehicle Vehicle #3
Area Of ImpactTop
Event #3 Event #3
VehicleVehicle #1
Area Of ImpactNon-Collision
Sequence of EventsFire/Explosion
Event #4 Event #4
VehicleVehicle #2
Area Of ImpactNon-Collision
Sequence of EventsFire/Explosion

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