![[06-18-2025] One Person Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash on West Main Street Near Black Road West of Santa Maria](https://ak1.to//29E.webp)
One person was injured and had to be extricated from a vehicle following a three-vehicle crash west of Santa Maria on Wednesday evening, June 18, 2025.
According to emergency dispatch reports, the crash occurred around 5:20 p.m. in the 2100 block of West Main Street (Highway 166) at the intersection with Black Road.
The collision sent one of the vehicles into a ditch. Personnel from the Santa Maria Fire Department, California Highway Patrol, and American Medical Response responded to the scene.
One individual sustained moderate injuries and was transported to Marian Regional Medical Center for treatment. A CalStar medical helicopter was initially dispatched but later canceled.
The cause of the crash 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.
