Tragic Solo-Car Crash on Interstate 5 Kills 2 Women [Red Bluff, CA]

Red Bluff, CA (February 4, 2025) – 2 women were declared dead in a tragic solo-car crash on Interstate 5 Sunday afternoon.

According to the CHP, the fatal incident happened at approximately 4:15 p.m. on the northbound lanes of the freeway, just past the Red Bluff Rest Area.

Reports say that a 63-year-old Cottonwood woman was driving a northbound 2007 Ford Escape.

Meanwhile, an unidentified female passenger was in the vehicle with her. For reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control, causing the SUV to veer off the road onto the east shoulder.

The vehicle then rolled multiple times, ejecting both the driver and passenger. Tragically, both individuals died from their injuries.

No other vehicles were involved in the crash. Authorities reported that the weather conditions at the time were cloudy with rain.

The California Highway Patrol is actively investigating the incident. The names of the victims are being withheld until their families are notified.

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Sweet Lawyers extends heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims in the solo-car crash on Interstate 5. Losing someone in a tragic accident is never easy, and our thoughts are with those grieving during this difficult time.

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