Fatal crash on Hwy 14 in Mojave injures 3, claims child's life
A tragic incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon along Highway 14 in Mojave, where a 6-year-old child was ejected from a vehicle and sadly did not survive. Three others in the vehicle, including two other children, sustained injuries in the crash. The collision took place around 12:41 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Highway 14 north of Phillips Road. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, lost control of the Chevrolet Tahoe causing it to overturn into the center median. The driver and the two other children, aged 9 and 11, were hospitalized for treatment. The identity of the deceased child will be released by the Kern County Coroner's Office in due time. Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing as authorities emphasize the importance of child safety seats. Witnesses of the incident are urged to reach out to Officer B. Lombardi at CHP in Mojave at 661-823-5500. The tragic loss of a young child serves as a poignant reminder of the necessity of following safety regulations.
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