![[08-19-2024] One Killed, Another Injured After Head-On Crash on Highway 132](https://ak1.to//bE1u.webp)
One person died, and another was injured after a head-on crash on Highway 132 in San Joaquin County on Monday afternoon, August 19, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 4:21 p.m. on Highway 132 at Koster Road.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and found one person deceased and another individual who sustained major but non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation revealed that the driver who died was traveling in the wrong direction in the westbound lane to pass slower traffic at the time of the collision. There was no evidence found linking alcohol or drug impairment to the crash.
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.
