Salvador Gallegos Jr. Obituary, Death; Man ID’d in suspected DUI crash on Fairfax Rd, coroner says
Salvador Gallegos Jr. Obituary, Death – A tragic crash early Sunday morning in Kern County claimed the life of a Bakersfield man, who has now been identified by the coroner’s office. The victim, 35-year-old Salvador Gallegos Jr., was killed in a head-on collision allegedly caused by a drunk driver.
According to reports, the crash occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Fairfax Road. Gallegos Jr. was traveling in his vehicle when a pickup truck, driven by a man believed to be under the influence, veered into his lane. The impact of the crash was severe, resulting in Gallegos Jr. being pronounced dead at the scene by responding authorities.
The driver of the pickup truck, identified as Juan Rangel, was arrested following the crash. He faces serious charges, including gross vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence. He was booked into Lerdo jail, where he awaits further legal proceedings.
Investigators believe that alcohol played a major role in the crash. Law enforcement officials have not yet released details about the suspected level of intoxication, but charges of this nature typically stem from strong evidence of impairment at the time of the incident.
As of now, the case remains under investigation, and authorities may provide further updates as more information becomes available. The community mourns the loss of Gallegos Jr., whose life was cut short in a preventable tragedy.
This incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of impaired driving and the irreversible consequences it can bring. Authorities continue to urge the public to drive responsibly and avoid operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
