Traffic Collision on I-15 Freeway Near Baker Claims Lives of Two Adults and a Child

BAKER, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Two adults and a child were killed in a traffic collision Saturday afternoon along the I-15 freeway near Baker.

On October 12, 2024, the California Highway Patrol Barstow Area was dispatched to a traffic accident that occurred on northbound Interstate 15 near mile post marker 15 SBD 154.00 in San Bernardino County.

At approximately 4:30 pm, officials found a 2013 Toyota Highlander involved in the incident, driven by a 43-year-old female from Santa Monica, CA. The vehicle had two passengers, a 56-year-old male and a 9-year-old female, both also from the same location.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the driver lost control of the vehicle, which drifted towards the median, struck a metal guardrail, and subsequently crashed into a concrete embankment.

The Toyota came to rest on its front bumper, leaning against the concrete wall in a near vertical position, within Kali Ditch.

Emergency medical personnel responded quickly but pronounced all three occupants deceased at the scene.

At this time, it is unknown if alcohol and/or drugs are a contributing factor in this crash. This crash is currently under investigation by the California Highway Patrol, Barstow Area.

If you have additional information regarding this crash, please contact Officer L. Roberson at the California Highway Patrol Barstow Area office at (760) 255-5900.