Driver Israel Hernandez Dies in Vehicle Crash 22nd Avenue

Tragic Collision near Marshall Road Results in Fatality

Sky Valley, CA (April 17, 2026) – 45-year-old Israel Hernandez of Sky Valley was killed in a vehicle crash on 22nd Avenue Wednesday afternoon.

The authorities received the crash report before 5 p.m. near Marshall Road.

CHP officers said a man driving a Toyota Camry on 22nd Avenue crashed onto a John Deere Green Gator driven by Hernandez.

Troopers said Hernandez was westbound on the right shoulder of 22nd Avenue when the crash happened.

In the meantime, CHP is conducting a further investigation into the fatal crash.

Sweet Lawyers would like to send our condolences to the loved ones of Israel Hernandez. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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