![[10-12-2024] One Dead and Another Hospitalized After Traffic Collision in Oroville](https://ak1.to//17qRn.webp)
One person is dead, and another is in the hospital following a traffic collision in Oroville, Butte County, on Saturday evening, October 12, 2024.
According to the Oroville police, the crash occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m. in the area of Montgomery St. and 5th Ave.
Police reported that one driver failed to stop at the posted stop sign on 5th Ave. and was traveling at a high rate of speed in a Chevrolet pickup truck.
Another Ford pickup truck was traveling east on Montgomery St., and the driver was unable to stop in time to avoid a collision. Both pickup trucks collided in the intersection.
When emergency personnel arrived, they found the driver of the Chevrolet pickup unconscious inside the vehicle. Despite life-saving measures, the driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The identities of both pickup truck drivers have not been released. The driver of the Ford pickup and a passenger were taken to a local hospital for treatment of moderate injuries.
The area was closed for nearly 3 ½ hours on Saturday night due to the investigation. Police are still looking into whether drugs or alcohol were factors in the fatal collision.
No further details were 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.
