Woman Killed in Suspected DUI Crash Involving School Principal in Lancaster

Jessica Ordaz, 29, was killed in a head-on car accident, which officials say, involved a suspected drunk driver who is an elementary school principal in Lancaster. According to a City News Service report, the fatal accident occurred the evening of Nov. 15. California Highway Patrol officials say a 2014 Jeep Wrangler driven by 35-year-old Mary Kruppe was traveling south on 50th Street East, north of Avenue P when she drove into opposing lanes of traffic and collided head-on with a 2010 Mazda 3, killing the driver. Ordaz was pronounced dead at the scene. Kruppe, who is principal at a local elementary school, was transported to an area hospital with moderate injuries. Officials said alcohol was a factor in the collision and arrested Kruppe on suspicion of DUI. Our deepest condolences go out to the family members of Jessica Ordaz for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. DUI Statistics and Laws According to California Highway…

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