Kerman, California – September 26, 2011
A 32-year-old Kerman man was killed Saturday night when he slid into oncoming traffic and crashed with another vehicle.
According to the California Highway Patrol, 32-year-old Kerman resident Sergio Delgadillo drove a 2004 Cadillac CTS east on American Avenue. West of Butte Avenue he strayed over the center line and crashed with a Maria Gomez, 54, of Tranquillity in a 1997 Geo Prism. The crash occurred about 11:50 p.m.
Mr. Delgadillo was declared dead at the scene. Ms. Gomez was transported to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. She suffered major injuries. She was listed in serious condition Monday.
The National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found driver error was the primary cause in 90 percent of major traffic crashes.
If you would like an official copy of the police report, request a copy with this form.
