One person was killed following a two-vehicle crash near Fresno County on Sunday morning, July 28, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened around 8:00 a.m. on Highway 269 near Jayne Avenue.
Authorities stated that a Toyota Corolla was traveling on the northbound lanes of the highway, approaching Jayne Avenue at an unknown rate of speed. Meanwhile, a Hyundai Accent was heading southbound on the highway and had come to a stop for a posted sign at Jayne Avenue.
As the Toyota approached the intersection, CHP said that the driver failed to stop for the posted sign and went through the intersection. The Toyota crossed the northbound lane, colliding with the left front of the Hyundai.
The responding officials said that the Hyundai driver, whose identity was not immediately disclosed, suffered major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. There is no word yet if anyone else was injured.
Alcohol does not appear as a contributing factor to the incident. The crash remains under investigation.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to contact the officials.
The investigation 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.
![[09-18-2024] Santa Clara County, CA – Cyclist Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle in Campbell](https://ak1.to//uGsj@.webp)
![[09-17-2024] Sacramento County, CA – Two People Hospitalized After Vehicle Crash Along 42nd Street](https://ak1.to//2BI.webp)
![[09-18-2024] Sacramento County, CA – Possible Minor Injury Reported After Two-Vehicle Crash on I-5](https://ak1.to//91q.webp)
