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A crash on Highway 99 in Sutter County tragically claimed the lives of two young women from Gridley, California. Their vehicle left the roadway south of Live Oak Boulevard, went down an embankment, and collided with a tree.
The driver, aged 20, and a passenger, aged 19, both died at the scene. Investigators noted that speed, and possibly alcohol, may have been contributing factors, though the exact role of impairment was still under review.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the critical importance of safe driving habits, including controlling speed and avoiding driving under the influence, to prevent such tragic and avoidable loss of life. Communities are mourning the victims, and the accident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a momentary lapse on the road can have devastating consequences for young lives and their families.
