![[10-12-2024] One Killed, Multiple Injured in Highway 101 Crash near Canyon Road in Geyserville](https://ak1.to//e246L.webp)
One person was killed, and several others were injured in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 101 near Canyon Road in Geyserville, Sonoma County, on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol in Santa Rosa, the crash occurred around noon when a Honda Accord with four male passengers lost control while traveling southbound at a high speed in rainy conditions. The vehicle crossed the median, which had no barrier and collided with a northbound Subaru Outback.
The Honda overturned, and one passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. Two occupants in the Subaru, which included a mother and her baby, were transported to a nearby hospital. The baby appeared to be uninjured, while the condition of the others remains undisclosed.
All northbound lanes on Highway 101 were closed until approximately 4:30 p.m. as CHP conducted their preliminary 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.
