KTXLVeronica CatlinTue, February 25, 2025 at 4:41 AM UTC1 min read(FOX40.COM) — A high school student is dead after he crashed a car into a tree on Sunday, according to the California Highway Patrol.Around 7 p.m., the teen was driving on Twin Cities Road, west of Alta Mesa Road in Sacramento County when he lost control of his car. Police said the teen slammed on his brakes, flipping over the vehicle and crashing into a tree.Car theft suspect ejected from vehicle during Northern California police chaseAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe tree impaled the teen driver and he was pronounced dead at the hospital, according to CHP. His identity has not been released, however, Lodi High School issued a statement on Monday about the death of one of its students.“It is with profound sadness that we inform you of the tragic loss of one of our students who passed away yesterday,” LHS said. “Our hearts go out to the family and friends affected by this loss. We know this will create a deep void in the lives of many.”The passenger reportedly suffered lacerations and was also taken to a local hospital in an unknown condition. Police do not suspect drugs or alcohol were a factor in the crash and the incident remains under investigation.Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX40 News.Advertisement39,381 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?39,381 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?Crossword