Bakersfield, CA – On the evening of Saturday, April 11, 2026, a collision between a vehicle and bicycle resulted in the death of Juventino Dominguez, 67, according to KGET.
The Bakersfield Police Department reports that the accident took place around 9:00 PM at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Murdock Street.
Authorities said Dominguez was struck by a vehicle and transported to Kern Medical, where he was treated for a traumatic brain injury. He died approximately two hours after the collision. The Kern County Coroner’s Office formally identified him following his death.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and was not impaired at the time of the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.
Bicycle Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a duty of care towards bicyclists, which includes being vigilant for those travelling by bicycle and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a bicycle accident, filing a wrongful death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
Bakersfield Fatal Bicycle Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a Bakersfield fatal bicycle accident lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
