![[01-24-2025] Three Killed, Two Injured In Semi-Truck And Toyota Collision Near Lemoore](https://ak1.to//2D1EE.webp)
Three people were killed, and two others were injured in a crash involving a semi-truck and a Toyota at the intersection of Kansas Avenue and 17th Avenue, south of Lemoore in Kings County, late Friday night, January 24, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 11:30 p.m. when the driver of a Toyota traveling southbound on 17th Avenue failed to yield at the intersection and entered the path of an eastbound semi-truck on Kansas Avenue. The impact sent the Toyota off the road and into a metal pole.
Two passengers in the Toyota were pronounced dead at the scene, while a third person succumbed to their injuries at the hospital. The driver of the Toyota and the front-seat passenger sustained injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that none of the three rear passengers in the Toyota were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. The semi-truck driver was uninjured.
The investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing, and no additional information has been released at this time.
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.
