Lloyd Carroll Byrd Obituary, Death Cause – An elderly man who died following a collision earlier this year has been officially identified by the Kern County Coroner’s Office. The man, Lloyd Carroll Byrd, aged 87 and a resident of Taft, was involved in a two-vehicle crash on January 31.
According to authorities, the crash took place at the intersection of Taft Highway and Buena Vista Road at approximately 12:29 p.m. Details surrounding the circumstances of the collision have not been fully disclosed, but officials confirmed that Byrd’s vehicle collided with another car at the intersection.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported Byrd to Kern Medical for treatment. Unfortunately, despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead later that same day at the hospital.
After further examination, the coroner’s office concluded that Byrd’s cause of death resulted from injuries sustained in the crash. The manner of death has been officially classified as accidental.
There has been no mention of additional injuries to occupants of the other vehicle, nor were there reports of any contributing factors such as weather, road conditions, or possible driver impairment. Authorities have not released information on whether any citations were issued or if the other driver was found at fault.
This tragic event highlights the dangers present on roadways, especially at busy intersections. While no foul play is suspected, the incident remains a reminder of the importance of caution and attentiveness while driving, regardless of age or experience.
As of now, no further information has been made available regarding the crash or any ongoing investigation.
