25-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after Rock-Throwing Incident near Highway 18

LLANO, CA (November 12, 2024) – Early Tuesday evening, Sarina Rodriguez was fatally struck by a rock on Highway 138.

First responders arrived to the scene around 12:10 a.m., just east of Highway 18 in Littlerock.

California Highway Patrol officers say someone threw a large rock through the windshield of a westbound vehicle, striking the female driver.  

Responding medical personnel declared the driver dead at the scene. Authorities later identified the deceased driver as 25-year-old Rodriguez, of Lancaster.

Investigators say her passenger was unable to determine which direction the rock was thrown.  

At this time, the CHP is investigating the ongoing reports of similar occurrences in the area. Those with additional information regarding the fatal Pearlblossom Highway rock-throwing incident can call the 24-hour CHP hotline at (323) 259-3200.

Sarina’s brother George Rodriguez started a GoFundMe page to aid with the funeral expenses.

At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.

Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Sarina Rodriguez.

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