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Mother of two killed deadly NW Bakersfield crash, injures six people

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UPDATE: Family and friends have identified the victim as Samantha Suzanne, a mother of two. 

They are asking the community for help to cover funeral costs. Suzanne's family has set up a GoFundMe account here. 

 

The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash near Highway 58 and Nord Avenue. 

The four-vehicle collision happened around 8:20 p.m. Saturday. 

Officials have not released detail on what may have caused the crash. 

Officials said six people were involved, one person was listed in critical condition and died a short time later. 

Three other people complained of pain, but were not seriously injured. 

It is unknown if drugs or alcohol were a factor in the crash. 

RELATED: Four people killed in crash on Rosedale Highway and Nord Road have been identified

 

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