[11-05-2026] Kings County, CA – One Killed, Another Seriously Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at Highway 43 and Cairo Ave.

An elderly man was killed, and a passenger suffered major injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Kings County on Thursday morning, November 5, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 6:30 a.m. on Highway 43 and Cairo Avenue.

Officers said a sedan pulled into the path of a southbound pickup truck at the intersection. The truck struck the sedan’s left side.

The sedan driver died from his injuries. His identity was not released. A passenger in the sedan was transported to a hospital with major injuries.

The pickup driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

CHP said early-morning fog may have contributed to the crash. Officers said the pickup was not speeding.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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