![[05-04-2024] 11-Year-Old Girl Killed, Others Injured Following Multi-Vehicle Collision Along Highway 41](https://ak1.to//LUHM.webp)
An 11-year-old girl was killed, and others were injured following a multi-vehicle collision along Highway 41, Madera County, on Saturday afternoon, May 4, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the three-vehicle collision happened around 5:30 p.m. on Highway 41 at Jewels Vista Court.
Authorities stated that a man driving a cream-colored GMC Yukon was heading south on Highway 41 in the rain when he lost control of the vehicle, causing him to turn sideways into the northbound lane.
As a result, the driver of a silver Chevy Silverado approaching north crashed into the right side of the GMC. Another driver heading south in a white Buick Enclave attempted to avoid the crash but ended up hitting the Silverado.
Police said that an 11-year-old girl inside the GMC was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other occupants of GMC suffered moderate injuries, and another two people in that same car sustained major injuries. They were transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
The man driving the Silverado and a passenger in the Buick had minor injuries due to the collision.
No further information was released. Investigations are 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.
