Solo-Car Accident on Panoche Road Kills 22-Year-Old Woman

MENDOTA, CA (January 16, 2023) – Thursday evening, a rollover accident on San Benito Avenue claimed the life of Yi Yan.

The collision happened at around 3:30 p.m., near San Benito Avenue and Panoche Road.

According to reports, a 20-year-old driver was speeding and lost control of the vehicle. The car then went off the roadway and ejected a passenger, Yan.

Emergency crews arrived and pronounced, 22-year-old Yi Yan dead at the scene. Officials said Yan was an international student from China at UC Davis.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported four other passengers to a local hospital for treatment of varying injuries.

At this time, Mendota Officials continue investigating the Panoche Road rollover crash.


The team at Sweet James sends their sympathies to the family and friends of Yi Yan. Their thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.


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