Driver dies in accident causing semi-truck to crash down slope on Highway 12 in Sacramento County
A tragic accident involving a semi-truck and a Cadillac on Highway 12 near Rio Vista resulted in the death of the Cadillac driver, according to the California Highway Patrol. The incident occurred just before 4 p.m. east of Jackson Slough Road, causing the closure of the highway in both directions in that area. The crash caused the semi-truck to veer off the road and down an embankment, while the truck driver sustained minor injuries. Pictures from the River Delta Fire District depict significant front-end damage to the overturned semi, with hay bales scattered nearby. Highway 12 at Highway 160 is currently impassable, and drivers are urged to steer clear of the area. Stay updated on traffic conditions and share any safety-permitted news coverage material with us through kcra.com/upload. Explore additional stories from California, download our app, subscribe to the morning newsletter, and check out our YouTube channel.
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