Javier Mendez Trinidad Dies in Rollover Crash on Highway 33 [Bakersfield, CA]
21-Year-Old Taft Man Killed in Solo-Vehicle Accident near Dennis Ark Road
BAKERSFIELD, CA (January 10, 2024) – Sunday night, a single-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 33 claimed the life of Javier Mendez Trinidad.
Police responded to the scene around 11:33 p.m., just north of Dennis Ark Road on January 7th.
Per reports, the driver of a northbound 2005 Acura MDX made an unsafe turning movement. As a result, the Acura left the roadway and rolled over several times before hitting a telephone phone.
First responders declared the driver dead at the scene. The Kern County Coroner’s Office later identified the deceased person as 21-year-old Trinidad, of Taft.
Authorities are working to determine whether drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash. Those with additional information about the incident are encouraged to contact the CHP Buttonwillow Area office at (661) 764-5580.
Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Javier Mendez Trinidad. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.
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