![[10-16-2025] Woman Killed, Two Men Injured in Head-On Collision on Road 400 Near River Road](https://ak1.to//4aAFu.webp)
A woman was killed and two men were hospitalized after a head-on collision between a Ford Explorer and an F-350 on Road 400 in Madera County on Thursday morning, October 16, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at the intersection of Road 400 and River Road.
The Ford Explorer, driven by a 61-year-old woman with a 40-year-old male passenger, was traveling north when it veered into the southbound lane, colliding head-on with a southbound F-350 driven by a 75-year-old man.
Rescue crews used the Jaws of Life to extricate the drivers from their vehicles. Despite life-saving efforts, the female driver of the Explorer succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The passenger in the Explorer and the F-350 driver were both transported to the hospital with minor to moderate injuries.
CHP confirmed that alcohol or drugs do not appear to be factors in the crash, and all occupants were wearing seatbelts.
The crash remains under investigation by CHP.
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.
