![[10-22-2024] Fatal Collision Between Ford SUV and Motorized Wheelchair in Red Bluff](https://ak1.to//YqxN.webp)
A 64-year-old man died in a collision involving a Ford SUV and a motorized wheelchair in Red Bluff on Tuesday evening, October 22, 2024.
According to the Red Bluff Police Department, officers were dispatched to Antelope Boulevard at the Sacramento River Bridge around 6:56 p.m. following reports of an injury-causing crash.
Upon arrival, officers found the Ford SUV blocking the eastbound #2 lane of Antelope Boulevard. Investigators determined that the man had been driving his motorized wheelchair against traffic in the eastbound lane when a head-on collision occurred with the Ford.
The driver of the Ford was uninjured and did not show any signs of drug or alcohol impairment. After a medical evaluation, the driver was released from the scene.
Despite efforts from emergency crews to perform life-saving measures, the 64-year-old man succumbed to his injuries at the scene. His name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision is ongoing.
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.
