A woman was killed in a head-on collision with an unlicensed 18-year-old driver near Richgrove in Tulare County on Sunday afternoon, October 19, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 1:45 p.m. on Avenue 8, west of Road 208.
The 18-year-old driver from Delano was traveling westbound in a Chevrolet Traverse when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered into the eastbound lane and collided head-on with a Nissan Versa driven by a 52-year-old woman from Delano.
The woman sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity has not been officially released. The driver of the Chevrolet sustained minor injuries but was not transported to a hospital.
CHP reports that drugs or alcohol were not factors in the crash. However, charges of manslaughter and driving without a license are being recommended to the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office for review against the 18-year-old driver.
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.
