1 Dead and 1 Injured after Two-Vehicle Collision near Sperry Avenue

PATTERSON, CA (June 26, 2023) – Early Friday morning, a two-car crash on American Eagle Avenue claimed the life of Jesus Zeferino Avila. The accident occurred around 4:41 a.m. near Sperry Avenue on June 9th. According to the CHP, a 2022 BMW driver lost control of the vehicle when he hit a dip in the middle of the intersection at high speed. As a result, the BMW became airborne, and hit a center median, before colliding with a 2023 Tesla. The BMW driver, identified as 28-year-old Jesus Zeferino Avila succumbed to his injuries. On the other hand, the Tesla driver, a 36-year-old Patterson resident sustained a minor scrape on their arm. At this time, it is unknown whether speed, drugs, or alcohol played a role in the crash. However, an active investigation is underway. Patterson police authorities urge anyone with information to call Dep. Rohn at the Patterson Police Services substation at (209) 895-5071.
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