A devastating head-on collision in Kings County has left five people dead. The crash occurred Sunday morning on Highway 41 near York Avenue, south of Avenal.
A Chevrolet Silverado crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a Toyota Prius. The Silverado overturned and caught fire.
Four people in the Silverado and one in the Prius were pronounced dead at the scene. The California Highway Patrol is investigating whether drugs or alcohol were factors.
This tragic incident underscores the dangers on this stretch of highway.