![[02-02-2025] 19-Year-Old Woman Killed After Head-On Crash on Highway 58](https://ak1.to//zbGMh.webp)
A 19-year-old woman died in a head-on collision on Highway 58, west of Interstate 5, in Kern County on Sunday evening, February 2, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, at approximately 5:57 p.m., a 22-year-old man from Buttonwillow was driving a 2023 Dodge westbound on Highway 58. The driver attempted to pass another vehicle by entering the eastbound lane, where he collided head-on with a 2016 Chevrolet driven by 19-year-old Mariana A., who was traveling eastbound.
The impact caused both vehicles to come to rest at the scene. The Chevrolet driver was pronounced dead.
The Dodge driver sustained moderate to major injuries and was taken to a hospital. A female passenger in the Dodge suffered moderate injuries, and three children in the vehicle sustained minor injuries.
Authorities confirmed that alcohol or drugs do not appear to be factors in the crash. CHP is investigating the incident.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
