![[12-17-2025] Major Injuries Reported After Head-On Crash on Highway 162 Near Richvale](https://ak1.to//wiHuW.webp)
Major injuries were reported following a head-on crash on Highway 162 east of County Road Z, west of Richvale in Butte County, on Wednesday morning, December 17, 2025.
According to California Highway Patrol dispatch logs, the collision occurred around 7:50 a.m. when a sedan and a truck collided, causing traffic to slow in the area.
CHP later reported that the crash involved a truck pulling a trailer and was caused by a driver making an unsafe turn and entering the oncoming lane.
The cause of the crash is under 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.
