Bakersfield, CA – The Kern County Coroner’s Office has identified Lawrecha Patrice Johnson, 35, of Bakersfield as the passenger who received fatal injuries following a single-vehicle collision on the evening of Sunday, April 6, 2025, according to KBAK.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 6:42 PM near westbound Highway 58, east of Gephart Road.
Investigators stated that Johnson sustained critical injuries when the vehicle left the roadway for reasons still under investigation. Emergency responders transported Johnson to Adventist Health Tehachapi, where she was later pronounced dead.
Authorities have not yet released information about the driver or any additional occupants, and it is unclear whether other injuries occurred. Investigators have not confirmed the cause of the crash, and toxicology results are pending.
The incident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
Passenger Liability
Driver liability insurance covers both those outside the vehicle and passengers inside. While it can be emotionally difficult to file a Personal Injury claim against someone close to the victim, the financial challenges after an accident can be overwhelming.
A skilled personal injury attorney can help families pursue proper compensation for their loss by handling these legal complexities and negotiating with insurance companies, who always try to reduce payouts on claims they cannot deny.
