![[05-12-2025] One Killed, Two Injured in Head-On Crash on Forrester Road Near Keystone Road](https://ak1.to//EjHcB.webp)
One woman was killed and two others, including a toddler, were injured in a head-on collision on Forrester Road in Imperial County on Monday morning, May 12, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 9:20 a.m. when a 71-year-old woman driving a black 2017 Toyota Camry northbound on Forrester Road veered into the path of a southbound white 2015 Honda Accord near Keystone Road.
The front ends of both vehicles collided, causing fatal injuries to the Toyota driver, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity will be released pending notification of next of kin by the Imperial County Coroner’s Office.
The 31-year-old woman driving the Honda sustained major injuries and was transported to Desert Regional Medical Center. A one-year-old girl riding as a passenger in the Honda suffered minor injuries.
CHP confirmed that both vehicles were equipped with airbags and all occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash.
The incident remains under investigation.
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.
