This press release is a summary of the facts known at the time. This incident is still under investigation and the information is subject to change. Additional details will be released as they become available.

On Monday June 24, 2019, at approximately 11:39 a.m., the Sacramento Police Department responded to the area of University Avenue and Fair Oaks Boulevard regarding a major vehicle collision involving two motor vehicles.

When officers arrived, Sacramento Metro Fire Personnel were on scene performing life saving measures on a female adult passenger from an involved vehicle.  Despite life-saving efforts, Fire personnel pronounced the female deceased at the scene.

During the preliminary investigation, officers determined one of the involved vehicles was travelling eastbound on Fair Oaks Boulevard and collided with the second vehicle in the intersection of Fair Oaks Boulevard and University Avenue. All involved parties remained on scene and were contacted by SPD Officers. At this time, speed and/or impairment do not appear to be factors.

Due to the fatality, the Major Collision Investigation Unit (MCIU) and Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) responded to the scene to take over the traffic investigation. Detectives checked the area for additional evidence and witnesses. The investigation remains active.

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this vehicle collision to contact the dispatch center at (916) 808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Witnesses may also submit an anonymous tip using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.