Luis Fernando Camacena dies in fatal Kern County Highway 166 crash

Luis Fernando Camacena dies in fatal Kern County Highway 166 crash

Fatal Kern County Highway 166 crash death of Luis Fernando Camacena – Obituary

Luis Fernando Camacena, a 21-year-old man from Bakersfield, lost his life in a deadly collision on Highway 166, officials confirmed. The Kern County Coroner’s Office identified Camacena as the driver who died at the scene of the accident that took place on May 18, 2025, around 9:40 p.m., west of Old River Road.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash involved two trucks. Camacena’s vehicle was one of those involved, and he was pronounced dead at the location of the crash.

A GoFundMe page has been created in Camacena’s memory, describing him as a vibrant young man who brought happiness to those around him. The investigation into the exact circumstances of the crash remains ongoing.