The California Highway Patrol, which is handling the investigation, said the officer was driving a marked Chowchilla Police Department patrol vehicle east on Highway 152 near the intersection of Road 13 just after 10:30 p.m. Friday.
The patrol vehicle was stuck under the trailer as both vehicles came to a stop blocking both lanes of Road 13, the CHP said.
"We are holding the officer's family and friends in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time," the Chowchilla Police Department said in a statement. "This officer was a dedicated and respected member of our department and had many years of dedicated law enforcement service."
Gov. Gavin Newsom released a statement Saturday night, saying flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff in memory of Barrantes' service.
In a social media post, the West Sacramento Police Department said Barrantes was a former officer at the department.
"Moments of tragedy like this are devastating to our department and especially the family of this amazing officer," Chowchilla Police Chief Jeff Palmer said. "It is going to take time for our department to heal from this tragic loss."
The CHP said the crash is still under investigation.
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