1 dead after traffic collision in south Bakersfield

By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One woman is dead and two others are injured after a multi-vehicle wreck on Planz Road.

On Feb. 9, one woman was killed in the 1900 block of Planz Road, after an alleged intoxicated driver crashed into her. An investigation revealed the driver of a Chevy Tahoe, Arturo Munoz, was traveling eastbound on Planz Road when he struck a white sedan with three occupants inside. Two other victims suffered injuries in the crash, which occurred around 11:08 p.m., and were transported to a nearby hospital.

One of the victims has been released, while another is still in critical condition, according to Bakersfield police.

Police followed an SUV from a car meet they had been monitoring when they came upon the traffic collision. Munoz had three prior DUI convictions within the last six years and was taken to jail.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-327-7111.

About the Author

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.