Lorena De La Torre-Luna Obituary, Death – The Kern County Coroner’s Office has identified the woman who lost her life in a rear-end collision in east Bakersfield on Saturday night as Lorena De La Torre-Luna, a 47-year-old resident of Bakersfield. The identification was made public on Monday afternoon, following the tragic incident that occurred around 11:14 p.m.
De La Torre-Luna’s vehicle was parked on the north curb of East Truxtun Avenue at the intersection with Miller Street when it was struck from behind by a Dodge Durango that was traveling westbound. The impact of the collision was severe, and De La Torre-Luna sustained fatal injuries as a result. Emergency personnel pronounced her dead at the scene.
In addition to De La Torre-Luna, there was a passenger in her vehicle who was also affected by the crash. This individual was transported to a nearby hospital and is reported to be in critical condition, as confirmed by the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD).
The driver of the Dodge Durango, on the other hand, escaped without injuries. Following the accident, security officers present in the area detained the driver until BPD officers arrived to take over the investigation. Authorities are currently looking into the circumstances surrounding the crash, and initial reports suggest that both speed and alcohol may have played a role in the incident.
As the investigation continues, the police department is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone who may have information related to the crash is encouraged to reach out to the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-327-7111.
This unfortunate incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the devastating consequences that can arise from it. The loss of Lorena De La Torre-Luna is a tragic reminder of the need for drivers to remain vigilant and responsible on the road. The community is mourning the loss and hoping for the recovery of the injured passenger, while also awaiting further details from law enforcement regarding the ongoing investigation.