Two people were injured after a three-vehicle collision in Oasis, Riverside County, on Friday morning, July 19, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the traffic crash happened around 10:32 a.m. near the intersection of State Route 86 and 81st Avenue.
CHP reported that the incident involved a Ford Expedition, a black Dodge Ram pickup truck, and a red Kia sedan. It is still unclear how the three vehicles collided with each other, but one was said to have rolled due to the impact of the crash.
The Kia driver reportedly suffered major injuries and was airlifted to Desert Regional Medical Center for further medical care. The Ram driver, meanwhile, sustained minor injuries, while the Expedition driver appeared to be unhurt. None of the people involved were identified publicly yet.
CHP is still investigating the official cause of the accident. As of now, it is unknown if alcohol, drugs, or speeding contributed to it.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities and help identify the other circumstances surrounding the incident.
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.
