Four Dead in Turlock Car Crash

A tragic two-vehicle crash in Turlock, California, has resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including three members of the Lourenco family. The crash occurred on December 15 when a speeding Infiniti collided with the family's Jeep as they were heading to church, leading to the immediate deaths of parents Jennifer and Daniel Lourenco and their 16-year-old daughter, Madelynn. Days later, their 14-year-old son, Matthew, succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. The 22-year-old driver of the Infiniti also died in the crash; he was reportedly not wearing a seatbelt while all occupants of the Jeep were. Jennifer Lourenco was a respected teacher recognized as Sinclear Elementary School's Teacher of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year. The intersection where the crash occurred has been noted for safety concerns, with multiple accidents reported in recent months.