One person was killed, and three others were injured after a multi-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck on Green Valley Road at Francisco Drive in El Dorado Hills, El Dorado County, on Thursday evening, February 20, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a Peterbilt semi-truck hauling an excavator on a flatbed trailer was traveling west on Green Valley Road when it crossed into the eastbound lane at Francisco Drive for unknown reasons. The truck collided with oncoming traffic before veering off the roadway approximately 30 feet.
The crash involved a Tesla Model Y, a Hyundai Elantra, and a Toyota Tundra. The driver and passenger of the Tesla Model Y and the driver of the Hyundai Elantra sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene. The Toyota Tundra also sustained minor damage. The driver of the semi-truck, identified as a 48-year-old man from Weimer, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The impact caused the semi-truck to release diesel fuel, some of which reached a nearby creek. However, officials reported no impact on Folsom Lake or Browns Ravine, and no harm to wildlife was observed.
CHP officers are investigating the cause of the collision.
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.
