IRWINDALE, Calif. — A woman who was killed when a semi-truck crashed through a center divider on the Foothill (210) Freeway in Irwindale has been identified by authorities.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as 58-year-old Christina King. Officials said her city of residence has not been released.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred Saturday at about 9 a.m. just south of the Irwindale Avenue on-ramp. Investigators said a semi-truck traveling in the eastbound lanes crashed through the center divider wall and entered the westbound lanes, striking at least two other vehicles.
Emergency crews, including firefighters and paramedics, responded to the scene at approximately 8:57 a.m. Officials said King was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities also reported that multiple people were injured in the crash. Two individuals suffered critical injuries, while eight others were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Six of those with minor injuries were children, according to fire officials.
In addition, 22 people declined medical transport at the scene, officials said.
The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
