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Two people were killed and another was airlifted to the hospital following a head-on crash involving two vehicles in Mecca, Riverside County, on Thursday afternoon, May 8, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred shortly after 12:00 p.m. on SR-111 near Avenue 68.
A blue Honda Civic was traveling southbound on SR-111 when it entered the northbound lane in an attempt to pass a slower vehicle. The Honda collided head-on with a blue Acura TL.
The impact disabled the Honda in the roadway and caused the Acura to overturn, coming to rest on the dirt shoulder.
Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the Honda was airlifted to Desert Regional Medical Center with unknown injuries.
The crash remains under investigation.
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.
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