Sacramento, CA (June 8, 2025) – A passenger was killed when a Penske truck veered off southbound Interstate 5 and struck a tree just south of Florin Road, CHP reports.
The crash occurred at about 4:20 a.m. Sunday. First responders arrived to find the 29-year-old passenger ejected from the vehicle; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 36-year-old driver was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. CHP investigators are examining whether factors such as driver error, roadway conditions, or impairment contributed to the collision.
We extend our deepest condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time and hope for a full recovery.
