INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[12-25-2025] Kern County, CA – Two Children Killed After SUV Crash on 5 Freeway Near Pyramid Lake in Lebec

Two children were killed after a crash involving an SUV and another vehicle on the northbound 5 Freeway near Vista Del Lago Road in Lebec, Kern County on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a Nissan Rogue traveling northbound near Pyramid Lake allegedly lost control and crashed into the rear of a Toyota Rav4 that was stopped in the median.

CHP said the SUV was occupied by an adult driver, another adult, and six minors. Three of the children were ejected during the collision, and two of them, identified as 9-year-old Jorge P. and 6-year-old Jayden P., were pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities said the driver of the Rav4 was stopped in the median with a family member at the time of the crash. The reason the Rav4 was stopped was not immediately known. CHP reported that the driver of the Nissan Rogue, identified as 28-year-old Jorge P., was arrested on suspicion of felony child endangerment and booked without incident. The relationships between the driver and the other occupants were not immediately known.

The investigation is ongoing.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.