Two Killed in Delano Accident on Highway 155 at Melcher Road
Delano, California (August 8, 2022) – Two people were killed in a car collision early Saturday morning in Delano, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident took place just before 2 a.m. on August 6, on Highway 155 at Melcher Road.
According to the CHP, a Dodge heading southbound on MelcherRoad failed to stop for a stop sign at the intersection and collided with a Kia.
The operator of the Kia and a passenger in the vehicle died in the collision.
The driver of the Dodge and two passengers in the vehicle were transported with moderate to major injuries to Kern Medical.
DUI is suspected to have played a role in the collision, CHP said.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Highway Safety
As the summer travel season comes to an end, drivers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and even pedestrians are reminded to use the road responsibly.
Drivers are specifically reminded NEVER to drive while impaired. P. Mark Shayani of Pacific Attorney Group says “There can never be any good reason for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs”.
Shayani explains that impaired driving is not only about driving under the influence of alcohol. “Some over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications may cause impaired driving.” As a driver or rider, it is always good to read warning labels and follow directions of use about operating heavy machinery which includes driving a car or riding a motorcycle.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, 1,159 lives were lost throughout California in drunk driving related traffic collisions.
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