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A 23-year-old man was killed, while two others were injured after a two-vehicle head-on collision in East Oakdale, Stanislaus County, on Thursday afternoon, June 6, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident occurred around 5:30 p.m. along Orange Blossom Road, west of Wamble Road.
CHP said that the 23-year-old unnamed man from Ceres was driving eastbound on Orange Blossom Road in a Ford Mustang at an allegedly high rate of speed. As per the initial reports, he swerved across the solid double yellow lines in the roadway to avoid rear-ending the vehicle in front of him that was about to turn right. This maneuver proved deadly as the Mustang struck an oncoming Jeep head-on.
The Mustang driver, whose identity was undisclosed, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jeep driver, only identified as a woman, suffered serious injuries and was rushed to Memorial Medical Center in Modesto. Her 4-year-old passenger, meanwhile, sustained minor injuries.
CHP is still figuring out if the deceased driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the crash. They have since proved that the Jeep driver was sober when the accident happened.
Currently, no additional information is available. Police work is underway.
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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