![[05-15-2024] Two Female Drivers Hospitalized Following Two-Vehicle DUI Head-On Collision on Highway 180](https://ak1.to//kgHZ.webp)
Two female drivers were hospitalized following a two-vehicle DUI head-on collision on Highway 180 in Fresno on early Wednesday morning, May 15, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 1:30 a.m. along the eastbound lane of Highway 180 near Chestnut Avenue.
Authorities stated that a Honda Accord and a Chevy Malibu collided head-on, resulting in injuries and significant vehicle damage. They have received a report about a wrong-way driver who was traveling westbound in the eastbound lane and collided with another car.
The wrong-way driver is identified as a woman in her 30s who was driving a Chevy. Meanwhile, the driver of the Honda Accord is a woman in her 50s who sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital. The extent of her injuries, as well as her condition, remain unknown at this time.
Police said that the wrong-way driver was also hospitalized and is facing felony DUI charges.
The authorities have yet to release additional information regarding the crash. 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.
