Merced County, California — An eight-month-old girl tragically lost her life following a Merced County crash on Tuesday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. near Vincent Road and Harding Road. A gray Honda Civic, driven by a 20-year-old man from Delhi, veered off the road before crossing into the opposite lane, where it collided head-on with a white Toyota Highlander driven by a 43-year-old woman from Turlock.
Following the collision, the Honda continued moving and struck a wrought iron fence while the Toyota stopped, blocking both lanes of Vincent Road. The Honda’s driver and a front passenger sustained severe injuries and were transported to hospitals in Modesto. The infant passenger in the Honda was also hospitalized but, tragically, did not survive.
The driver of the Toyota Highlander was treated at a local hospital, and her condition remains unclear. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash and have yet to release further details.
This devastating accident is a stark reminder of how quickly lives can change. Our condolences go out to the families affected by this heartbreaking event.
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