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Bakersfield, CA – The Kern County Coroner’s Office has identified the couple killed in a suspected DUI crash at an intersection in Bakersfield early Sunday morning. The Bakersfield Police Department responded to the incident at around 1:37 a.m. on March 16, at the intersection of Stockdale Highway and Coffee Road. According to authorities, an Uber driver was transporting three passengers, including the couple, when they were struck by a suspected DUI driver. Max was pronounced dead at the scene, while Desiree was transported to Kern Medical, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The driver of the other vehicle, identified as a woman, sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Couple Identified in Fatal Suspected DUI Crash at Stockdale Highway and Coffee Road in Bakersfield

Authorities have released the identities of the couple who tragically lost their lives in a suspected DUI car accident at Stockdale Highway and Coffee Road in Bakersfield. The devastating collision has left the community mourning while raising concerns over the dangers of impaired driving.

Losing a loved one due to a reckless driver is a heartbreaking experience. Families facing such tragedies deserve justice and financial support. Culver Legal is committed to helping families navigate the legal process and pursue rightful compensation for their loss.

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At Culver Legal, we offer a free case evaluation for families impacted by DUI-related accidents. We understand the emotional and financial challenges that follow a fatal crash, and our experienced legal team is here to provide guidance.

Our attorneys will review all available evidence, including police reports, witness statements, and surveillance footage, to determine the best course of legal action. We are dedicated to ensuring families receive the compensation they deserve for funeral expenses, medical costs, lost income, and emotional suffering.

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Handling DUI accident cases in Bakersfield requires legal expertise and a commitment to justice. The attorneys at Culver Legal have extensive experience dealing with wrongful death and personal injury claims arising from DUI crashes.

We thoroughly investigate every case, consult accident reconstruction experts, and aggressively negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation. If necessary, we are fully prepared to take the case to court to fight for the best possible outcome.

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We believe that financial concerns should never prevent families from seeking justice. That’s why Culver Legal operates on a contingency fee basis—you don’t pay unless we win your case. This allows you to focus on healing while we handle the legal complexities.

How to Contact Culver Legal

If you have lost a loved one in a DUI-related crash at Stockdale Highway and Coffee Road in Bakersfield, don’t wait to take legal action. Call Culver Legal today at 310-600-7881 for a free consultation.

Our compassionate and experienced legal team is ready to stand by your side, fight for justice, and help you secure the compensation your family deserves.

Learn more about your options for compensation by calling 310-600-7881 .

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