Merced County, CA — March 5, 2024, one person was killed in a two-truck accident at approximately 3:00 a.m. along Interstate Highway 5.

According to authorities, the accident occurred on I.H. 5 in the vicinity of Santa Nella.

1 Killed in Two-truck Accident on I.H. 5 in Merced County, CA

The causal factors that led to the crash are still unclear. Officials indicate that two separate 18-wheelers were involved in the collision. One person reportedly incurred fatal injuries as a result. The weather and road conditions in the area at the time have not been reported on.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of those involved—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

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