BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A GoFundMe was made for a family that was hit by a suspected DUI driver in Bakersfield on Sunday.
The Bakersfield Police Department said on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at around 7:03 a.m., officers were dispatched to Hageman Road and Fruitvale Avenue for an injury crash involving a Mazda Miata and a Mitsubishi Outlander.
When officers arrived, they found the driver of the Miata sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for medical attention.
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The driver of the Outlander, identified as a woman, and a passenger, identified as a child, also sustained minor injuries and were taken to a hospital.
A passenger, identified as a man, in the Outlander sustained severe injuries and is in critical condition at a hospital, according to police.
Police said a preliminary investigation revealed the driver of the Outlander was eastbound on Hageman Road and stopped at a red light. When the light cycled to green, the driver of the Outlander proceeded into the intersection at which time the Outlander was struck by the Miata which was traveling south on Fruitvale Avenue.
According to police, speed and intoxication are believed to be factors in the crash.
A suspected DUI crash in northwest Bakersfield left a man in critical condition at the hospital, according to the Bakersfield Police Department. Officers also said the intersection of Hageman Rd. and Fruitvale Ave. is closed in all directions while officers investigate. FILE PHOTO: KBAK/KBFX
The intersection of Hageman Road and Fruitvale Avenue is closed in all directions while officers continue their investigation, which is ongoing.
A GoFundMe was made for the family hit by the suspected DUI driver. It said, “We are incredibly grateful that they all survived; however, Nick sustained serious injuries and faces a long road to recovery, including extensive hospitalization and rehabilitation.”
The GoFundMe furthermore said, “As Nick focuses on healing, the family will be facing significant financial challenges — from medical expenses to everyday costs such as bills and groceries. Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in helping them navigate this difficult time and focus on what matters most: recovery and healing.” If you would like to donate, click here.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.