**Marcio Cardiel, 32, Dies in Fatal Bakersfield Car Crash**
The Kern County Coroner’s Office has formally identified the individual who was fatally injured in a vehicular incident on Weedpatch Highway. That individual is Marcio Cardiel, a resident of Bakersfield.
The fatal accident involving a vehicle collision took place on Weedpatch Highway, specifically north of Muller Road, within Bakersfield, California. Marcio Cardiel was discovered at approximately 9:40 p.m. The exact moment the collision occurred is still unknown.
According to an initial assessment by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Cardiel was operating his bicycle in a northbound direction along the eastern edge of the roadway on Weedpatch Highway. He was approached from behind by an unknown motorist, also proceeding northbound, who struck him. Cardiel was thrown from his bicycle and landed beside the highway.
Further examination is ongoing to determine if substances like alcohol or drugs were a factor in this unfortunate accident. The CHP is actively soliciting information from the public, including anyone who might have seen or heard anything regarding the incident. The Bakersfield Area Office is encouraging potential witnesses or anyone with relevant details to get in touch by calling (661) 396-6600.
