![[07-23-2025] Four Killed, One Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at Shaws Flat Road and Highway 49 in Sonora](https://ak1.to//U0.webp)
Four people were killed and another was injured in a two-vehicle collision in Sonora on Wednesday evening, July 23, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 5:54 p.m. at the intersection of Shaws Flat Road and Highway 49.
A westbound Jeep Grand Cherokee, driven by a 56-year-old man from Puerto Rico, stopped at the intersection but then proceeded into the path of a northbound pickup truck driven by an 18-year-old man from Jamestown who was traveling at approximately 60 miles per hour.
The impact caused the Jeep to be propelled in a northwesterly direction before it came to rest on the west shoulder of Highway 49. The driver of the Jeep and all three of his passengers were killed in the crash.
The driver of the pickup sustained moderate to major injuries. Authorities stated that drugs and alcohol are not currently suspected as factors in the collision.
The incident 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.
