BAKERSFIELD—A man died late Monday night, September 22, 2025, after his vehicle crashed at high speed into a tree on South Real Road, according to KBAK.
The crash occurred at approximately 11:38 p.m. in the 2200 block of South Real Road.
Officers responded after receiving reports of a single-vehicle collision and discovered the vehicle severely damaged after striking a tree.
The driver, identified only as a man at this time, sustained critical injuries in the crash. Emergency personnel pronounced him dead at the scene.
Investigators determined that the vehicle had been traveling northbound at a high rate of speed before crossing over opposing traffic lanes and colliding with the tree. Police reported that speed and alcohol likely played a role in the crash.
Authorities have asked anyone with additional information regarding the incident to contact the Bakersfield Police Department. The investigation remains ongoing.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
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