![[04-30-2024] One Person Killed, Three Others Injured Following Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash Along Highway 152](https://ak1.to//Gxcf.webp)
One person was killed, while three others were injured following a single-vehicle rollover crash in Merced County on Tuesday afternoon, April 30, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident happened at about 3:54 p.m. on State Route 152, west of Harmon Road.
CHP reports that 52-year-old Mario R. from Los Banos was driving westbound on the No. 1 lane of SR 152 with three passengers. Witnesses told officers that the driver was traveling at a high rate of speed.
For some reason, he lost control of his vehicle, a 2003 GMC, causing it to swerve onto the No. 2 lane and subsequently off the shoulder of the highway. The vehicle then fell down a dirt embankment and rolled over multiple times, injuring everyone inside.
It has been confirmed that one of the passengers suffered fatal injuries as a result of the crash. The two other passengers, both men, sustained moderate injuries and were taken to Los Banos Memorial Hospital to recover. Mario R., the driver, also had moderate injuries.
Further details were not immediately available. CHP is still looking for clues to establish the possible factors leading up to the deadly incident, as alcohol and drugs were ruled out.
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.
