16-Year-Old Boy Pronounced Dead after Bicycle crash near Driver Road

BAKERSFIELD, CA (October 5, 2023) - Early Saturday, a bicycle accident claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy on Cecil Avenue.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene at approximately 7:36 p.m. on September 30th, just east of Driver Road. According to reports, a 2019 Ford traveling westbound collided with a bicyclist under unknown circumstances.

The impact sent the cyclist onto the road. The driver of the Ford continued northwestward until colliding with a wooden telephone pole, and finally coming to a halt in a nearby dirt field.

Shortly after, the 16-year-old boy riding the bicycle was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity remains undisclosed to the public until his next of kin is notified. Paramedics transported the 17-year-old Ford driver to Delano Regional Medical Center due to complaints of pain.

Fortunately, the 18-year-old passenger in the vehicle escaped unharmed.

Initial investigations do not indicate the involvement of drugs or alcohol in the incident. Anyone with additional information regarding the Cecil Avenue bicycle accident is encouraged to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-396-6600.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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