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The woman involved in a fatal single-vehicle traffic collision on the northbound Interstate 5 Saturday has been identified, according to California Highway Patrol officials.
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The driver of a Chevrolet was driving on the northbound I-5 south of Parker Road at approximately 11:40 a.m. Saturday before making an unsafe turning movement to the right, causing the vehicle to proceed down an embankment and overturn, according to a CHP news release.
As a result of the collision, the right rear passenger, Yolanda Ochoa, 44, of Vacaville, was ejected from the rear seat, according to a CHP news release.
The driver and two passengers were transported to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.
Ochoa succumbed to her injuries while at Henry Mayo at 12:55 p.m.
The driver sustained moderate injuries while the other passenger sustained minor injuries, according to a CHP news release.
The driver and his passengers were traveling from San Diego early in the morning, enroute to the Sacramento area, according to a CHP news release.
Due to the location of the collision, no traffic was affected.
Alcohol or drug use is not suspected as a factor for the collision. The investigation regarding the collision is ongoing.
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This tragic death was completely avoidable. Had the dead woman been wearing her seat belt she would now be alive.
You shouldn’t assume that she wasn’t wearing her seat belt! If she wasn’t wearing her seat belt then I am pretty sure they would have stated that! FEI: you can be ejected other ways!
Good job stating the obvious. Want a medal ? She’s still dead.
I was standing in front of her, her husband was in the next room, not knowing she has passed
Husband is out of it . He is still in shock. He doesn’t remember much of what happened. What did you see when you arrived? we are told she was still alive at the scene but passed an hour later.
It would be appreciated if you take into consideration family members may read this. This is not a game in which any one deserves metals.
Hey Valencia girl, I think you should be a bit more sensitive , this isn’t a game in which anyone deserves a metal. Please be mindful that family will be reading these posts.
guessing was not wearing a seat belt whether it was stated or not. I think that folks in back seats from my observation are more prone to not wear them. and..some of the older vehicles…don’t know if this was one or not…it is hard to access the belts as they get tucked into the seat over time. Sure would like to know more about this incident…maybe more will be forthcoming.
hard to live with this if you are the driver…guessing some will read this and think about making sure ALL are secured in vehicle they are driving.
Yolanda, your beautiful face and pleasant grace, your energetic personality has, is, and forever will be missed. You were admired by so many. And Loved by all. My prayers go out to your Children and your family. And may God Grant them the understanding that you are in a better place, and looking Down. To think that I will not have the daily chats we shared and the wisdom you conveyed. May you rest in peace. Will see you again in Gods Kingdom. Love you Yolanda!!!
Please update on funeral services, would love to show our support for the family. May you rest in peace Yolanda.
It would be much appreciated if when leaving comments you take into consideration that family member may read this. This is a sensitive topic . You or someone you know cold be the next victim.