Patrons of the Arts Couple Found Dead on Side of Highway

Published
June 19, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Redding, California
Interstate 5 north of Fawndale Road
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Redding California in Redding, California: On Monday June 15 at about 5:46 p.m., a Jeep Compass was pulled over on the right shoulder of Interstate 5 north of Fawndale Road in Redding, California. Inside the vehicle were driver Judith Sheldon, 84, and passenger Wylie Sheldon, 86; both were pronounced dead on scene after CHP officers rendered medical aid. The vehicle had gasoline and showed no mechanical failure, and investigators do not suspect foul play. Post‑mortem examinations are being scheduled while the high temperature that day reached 109 °F.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Judith Sheldon Driver Fatal
Wylie Sheldon Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Patrons of the Arts Couple Found Dead on Side of Highway

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