![[03-24-2025] 22-Year-Old Woman Killed After Failing to Stop at Stop Sign Near McFarland](https://ak1.to//lQqQn.webp)
A 22-year-old woman was killed in a crash involving a dump truck after reportedly failing to stop at a stop sign near McFarland on Monday morning, March 24, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to the intersection of Stradley Avenue and Peterson Road following reports of a two-vehicle collision.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the woman, identified by the Kern County Coroner’s Office as Jessica S. of Delano, was driving a 2017 Honda Accord southbound on Stradley Avenue at an undetermined speed.
At the same time, a 41-year-old man driving a 2018 Volvo dump truck was making a northbound turn onto Stradley Avenue from eastbound Peterson Road.
The intersection is controlled by a stop sign for traffic traveling north and south on Stradley Avenue. The CHP said the Honda driver failed to come to a complete stop, causing the front of her vehicle to collide with the left side of the dump truck.
The Honda driver died at the scene. Investigators determined she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
The driver of the dump truck remained at the scene and was not injured.
Alcohol and drugs are not believed to be factors in the collision, according to CHP.
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.
