Driver in Accident Near Wasco Dies
The driver of an SUV that collided with a tanker truck near Wasco has died of his injuries.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver who is described as a 57-year-old man from Wasco, died of his injuries at Kern Medical after the accident Friday.
CHP said the SUV driver was not wearing a seatbelt. The truck driver was treated at the scene.
The crash is still under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call CHP in Bakersfield at 661-396-6600.
-Jeff Lemucchi
