Bakersfield, CA – On the morning of Friday, February 20, 2026, a single-vehicle crash resulted in fatal injuries to 50-year-old Kristi Lynne Vivian of Ridgecrest, according to KBAK.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 7:27 AM near Highway 14 north of Redrock Randsburg Road in Cantil.
Authorities said Vivian was driving a vehicle when it veered off the roadway and overturned. The crash occurred along a stretch of Highway 14 north of Redrock Randsburg Road.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene following reports of the collision. Upon arrival, first responders located the overturned vehicle and assessed the situation in accordance with standard emergency procedures. Vivian was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Kern County Coroner’s Office later confirmed her identity and notified her next of kin. Officials have not released additional details regarding contributing factors, and the circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation.
Ongoing Investigations
Victims of traffic accidents and their families should be aware that authorities may fail to note or even misinterpret critical evidence at a crash site. One of the services that a Personal Injury Attorney can provide is to pursue follow-up investigations, which can reveal additional evidence to correct any errors made by previous investigators.
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 through a Wrongful Death Claim.
