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One person was seriously injured after a three-vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in Coachella on Monday morning, May 20, 2024.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, the traffic crash happened at about 8:15 a.m. at Cesar Chavez Street and Avenue 50.
Initial reports suggested that a vehicle became disabled along the eastbound No. 1 lane of Avenue 50 while a second vehicle stopped in front of it to assist. Moments later, a third vehicle approached and struck the first vehicle, pushing it into the second vehicle.
A pedestrian was said to be in between the two stopped cars when the incident occurred. The victim was airlifted to a nearby hospital after sustaining major injuries. It is unclear if the still-unnamed victim was one of the drivers of the stopped cars, a passenger, or an innocent passerby.
Additional information was not immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary details to determine the cause of the accident and the factors leading up to it.
No other injuries were reported at this time. Investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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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