![[07-12-2024] One Person Killed, Another Hospitalized Following Two-Vehicle Collision in Red Bluff](https://ak1.to//JXr.webp)
One person was killed, while another was hospitalized following a two-vehicle collision in Red Bluff on Friday afternoon, July 12, 2024.
According to the Red Bluff Police Department, the traffic incident occurred at about 1:36 p.m. along South Jackson Street near Snow Mountain Way.
Preliminary investigation indicated that a male driver inside a 2017 Ford Escapade was heading southbound on South Jackson Street when, for some reason, his car crashed into a northbound Honda SUV.
When RBPD arrived at the scene, they found the two vehicles blocking South Jackson Street. It is said that the drivers of both vehicles involved got trapped inside the wreckage of their respective cars. Authorities had to use the jaws of life to extricate them.
The Honda driver, a 34-year-old man, was rushed to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital after sustaining severe injuries. The medical crew administered life-saving measures to the man, but he later succumbed to his injuries. Further details on the identity of the deceased are being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.
The Ford driver, only described as an 18-year-old male, was also transported to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. He is currently listed in stable condition, as per the authorities.
RBPD is still investigating the cause of the accident. It is not immediately known if alcohol, drugs, or speeding played a role.
Anyone with information is asked to call the police at (530)-527-3131 and help with the ongoing investigation.
Police work is underway.
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.
