![[07-17-2025] One Airlifted, Dog Killed After Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 247 in Yucca Valley](https://ak1.to//5Xqr.webp)
One person was seriously injured and airlifted to a hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Yucca Valley, San Bernardino County, on Thursday morning, July 17, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 11:15 a.m. on Highway 247, also known as Old Woman Springs Road, between Linn Road and Ornelas Lane.
Emergency personnel from the San Bernardino County Fire Department found one individual suffering from head trauma and internal injuries.
The injured person was initially transported by ground ambulance and then airlifted from the Yucca Valley Airport around 11:48 a.m.
A silver Saturn Ion was found with major front-end damage, resting off the roadway in a desert embankment. A black 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was discovered overturned on its side with significant undercarriage damage and a torn soft top.
Southbound lanes were blocked at Oleta Road due to debris and emergency response. Two tow trucks were called at 11:51 a.m. for vehicle removal.
Animal control was requested after a deceased dog was found at the scene. It is currently unclear which vehicle the animal had been in.
No further details have been released regarding the cause of the crash or the current condition of the injured party. The Barstow CHP office is leading the 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.
