Wendy Marcus Pronounced Dead in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 101 [Humboldt County, CA]
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76-Year-Old Arcata Woman Killed in Traffic Collision Near Willits, Identified
HUMBOLDT COUNTY, CA (March 28, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a traffic collision along Highway 101 in Humboldt County claimed the life of Wendy Marcus.
The fatal collision happened around 4:11 p.m. on southbound Highway 101 near Ridgewood weigh station.
According to the report, a 70-year-old woman lost control of her 2003 Jeep due to wet road conditions.
Subsequently, the Jeep went into the northbound lanes of 101 and collided with a silver 2011 Hyundai.
First responders eventually arrived at the scene and declared the Hyundai driver dead at the scene. Later, authorities identified the deceased woman as 76-year-old Wendy Marcus of Arcata.
Her 74-year-old male passenger from Lafayette was transported to Howard Memorial Hospital who was suffering from significant injuries.
In addition, paramedics also transported the Jeep driver and her 39-year-old male passenger from Willits to the same hospital for treatment.
No further details regarding the Highway 101 two-vehicle crash have been released to the public. Humboldt County Officials will provide more information once available.
Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Wendy Marcus. May the loving memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ahead.
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