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Two Vehicle Collision Results in Fatal Injuries

May 26, 2016 12:00AM ● By Source: CHP North Sacramento

On May 18, 2016, at approximately 2:30 pm, Marcus Ashford (22), was driving a 1998 Dodge Neon southbound Walnut Ave., north of Cypress Ave., in the #1 lane.  Nikolaus Berzins (34), was driving a 2011 Ford F-150 pickup truck northbound Walnut Ave., north of Cypress Ave., in the #1 lane. 

For an unknown reason, the Dodge Neon swerved into the two-way left turn lane toward the F-150 pickup truck.  Mr. Berzins was unable to avoid a collision with the Dodge Neon as the Dodge Neon entered the #1 northbound lane.  The Dodge Neon and the Ford F-150 collided head-on in the northbound lanes.  The right front passenger of the Dodge Neon, an unidentified adult female, was transported to Mercy San Juan Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.  Mr. Ashford was transported to Mercy San Juan Hospital with moderate injuries. 

Mr. Berzins sustained minor injuries, but was not transported from the collision scene.

The collision is still under investigation.

Any additional information about this news release should be directed to Officer Berry who will be available at the CHP North Sacramento Area business phone number: (916) 348-2317, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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