February 01, 2023
Los Angeles, CA – Laura Vasquez Killed in Rollover Crash on 5 Fwy.
Los Angeles, CA (February 1, 2023) – A 54-year-old Bakersfield woman was killed in a rollover crash that took place in Los Angeles on Tuesday, January 31st. The accident took place around 9:55 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway near Lake Hughes Road.
According to a report from the California Highway Patrol, a two-door Honda sedan was traveling on the 5 Freeway when it veered to the left side of the road and collided with a dirt embankment. The car then overturned. A total of four people were in the car at the time of the crash. Rescue crews arrived and administered treatment to the injured victims. 54-year-old Laura Vasquez was pronounced dead at the accident scene. Two adults and a child were transported to a local hospital, where they were treated for minor injuries. There were no other vehicles or individuals involved.
The cause of the accident remains under investigation at this time. No additional details have been released.
We would like to offer our condolences to the family of Laura Vasquez following this fatal car accident in Los Angeles.
Fatal Car Accident in Los Angeles
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