Raul Fernandez Fernandez, 45, and Christine Amelia Fernandez, 42, killed in semi-truck crash on Interstate 5 in Grapevine, California
Modified Date:
Wed, 12/27/2017 - 6:15pmAccident Date:
Thursday, December 21, 2017Two die as big rig hurtles off Grapevine, crashes on runaway truck ramp
The fatalities occurred about 3:30 a.m. The 2007 Peterbilt was moving at a high rate of speed when the truck veered onto the escape ramp, traveled through the gravel pit intended to stop such vehicles, and slammed into the side of the mountain, the CHP said.
Officials identify two killed in Grapevine ramp crash
During the investigation, officers determined the 2007 Peterbilt semi, driven by Mr. Fernandez, was traveling at a high speed when it entered the escape ramp.
Type: Truck Accident
People Involved:
Raul Fernandez Fernandez
Christine Amelia Fernandez
Roadway:
Interstate 5City:
Grapevine, CACounty:
Kern County, CAArea:
Bakersfield, CA
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