Driver dies in rollover crash on Hwy 41 in Madera County foothills, CHP says
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- High-speed Ford Mustang struck roadway rock, left Hwy 41 and rolled multiple times.
- Good Samaritans aided the trapped driver; crews transported victim to hospital.
- CHP says alcohol or drugs not apparent; investigation into crash continues.
A driver was killed Sunday morning after losing control and rolling their vehicle several times in the Madera County foothills.
California Highway Patrol said the fatal crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Highway 41, just north of Yosemite Springs Parkway.
A blue Ford Mustang, reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed, struck a rock in the road. The driver then veered to the right, entering a narrow dirt shoulder. The Ford left the roadway and struck several large rocks as the shoulder dropped off into a steep embankment.
The vehicle rolled an undetermined number of times before becoming airborne and landing upside down.
Good Samaritans stopped and provided aid to the driver, who was conscious but trapped inside the car. Emergency crews responded and took the driver to Community Regional Medical Center, where the victim later died from severe traumatic injuries.
CHP said alcohol or drugs do not appear to be factors in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.
