[04-25-2024] Sutter County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured, Following Two-Vehicle Crash Along Riego Road

One person was killed, while another was injured, following a two-vehicle crash in south Sutter County on Thursday afternoon, April 25, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened at about 3:00 p.m. on Riego Road and Pacific Avenue.

The circumstances behind the traffic incident remain unclear, but CHP confirmed that it was fatal and that one person suffered major injuries because of it.

Riego Road was closed off until around 6:00 p.m. the same day as the agency conducted their investigations.

Further details were not available at this time, and the authorities are still gathering as much evidence as they can to determine the cause of the collision.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.

• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.

• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.

• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.

• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.

• Seek immediate medical attention.

• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. 

The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.