[06-16-2026] Kern County, CA – One Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash Involving Semi-Truck Near Ridgecrest

At least one person was killed following a three-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck near Ridgecrest on Tuesday night, June 16, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at around 10:31 p.m. on Route 395 at Bowman Road.

The CHP has not yet released any information on the cause of the collision or whether there were any other injuries.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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