38-Year-Old Driver Killed in Auto Collision near Edison Road

BAKERSFIELD, CA (October 3, 2022) – Thursday, a head-on crash on David Road involving Gerardo Espinoza claimed the life of one person.

The incident happened shortly before 6:40 a.m., near Edison Road.

Officers say a Buick Rendezvous, driven by Espinoza, collided with a Toyota Matrix on David Road. According to reports, the Buick was traveling west and the Toyota was traveling east when the two vehicles crashed head-on.

The impact of the crash caused both drivers to sustain serious injuries.

Due to the extent of their condition, medics declared the 38-year-old Matrix driver dead at the scene. Although, their identity has not been released, pending notification of next of kin.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported 66-year-old Gerardo Espinoza, of Arvin to Kern Medical Hospital for moderate injuries.

Following preliminary duties, police said drugs or alcohol did not play a role in the incident. However, Bakersfield Officials will provide more information once available.

The team at Sweet James sends their warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May the memories of your loved one give you strength in the days ahead.

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