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Two people were injured after a broadside collision on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines, El Dorado County, on Monday afternoon, August 19, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 2:32 p.m. just east of Piazza Court.
A Dodge truck collided with the side of a Chevy SUV driven by an 87-year-old woman, identified as Sandra W., a resident of Pollock Pines.
First responders from the El Dorado County Fire Protection District and Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit extracted the woman from her vehicle. She was airlifted to Sutter Roseville with serious injuries.
The driver of the Dodge, 35-year-old Joshua R., also a Pollock Pines resident, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Marshall Hospital by ground ambulance.
Preliminary reports suggest that the woman may have been backing out of a driveway onto Pony Express Trail when the eastbound Dodge truck collided with her vehicle. The crash remains under investigation.
There is no additional information immediately available.
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.
