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Ventura County driver sentenced for 124-mph crash

Leonardo Rodriguez was sentenced to state prison for a 124-mph crash on U.S. 101 near Newbury Park that killed two passengers.
WHO: Leonardo Rodriguez, 21; Serenity Rizkalla; Michael Estrella
WHAT: Rodriguez was sentenced to state prison for a double-fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer on U.S. 101.
WHEN: Aug 15, 2026 at 4:47 PM ET
WHERE: U.S. 101 near Newbury Park, Ventura County, CA
WHY: The driver attempted to pass using the shoulder at 124 mph, causing the crash into a tractor-trailer parked on the shoulder.

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