![[05-26-2024] One Person Killed, Two Others Seriously Injured After Two-Vehicle Head-On Crash Along Avenal Cutoff Road](https://ak1.to//U6Ae.webp)
One person was killed, while two others were seriously injured after a two-vehicle head-on crash in Kings County early Sunday morning, May 26, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened at about 2:15 a.m. on Avenal Cutoff Road and Enterprise Avenue, just outside of Lemoore and near the border to Fresno County.
CHP reported that a 23-year-old man driving a Chevy Malibu northbound on Avenal Cutoff Road veered into the middle line of the roadway for some reason, causing a head-on collision against a Ford F-150 driven by a 51-year-old man.
The Chevy driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while his 20-year-old passenger suffered major injuries and was promptly airlifted to a local hospital.
The Ford driver sustained severe injuries as a result of the crash and was also flown to a nearby hospital for further medical care.
CHP is still investigating the cause of the accident. It is currently unknown if driver impairment played a role in the deadly 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.
