![[12-24-2024] 22-Year-Old Woman Killed After Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 68](https://ak1.to//4FsKg.webp)
A 22-year-old woman from Berkeley died following a three-vehicle collision on Highway 68 in Monterey on Tuesday morning, December 24, 2024.
The crash occurred around 11:10 a.m. between Canyon Del Rey Boulevard and Ragsdale Drive.
According to witnesses, a white Dodge Nitro traveling westbound on Highway 68 failed to stop when traffic slowed ahead, striking a white Lexus SUV. The Dodge then veered into the eastbound lanes, colliding head-on with a blue Honda Accord.
The driver and a passenger in the Honda sustained major injuries and were transported to a hospital. The 22-year-old woman, another passenger in the Honda, also suffered major injuries and was taken to Natividad Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The driver of the Dodge sustained major injuries and was also hospitalized.
Monterey police are actively investigating the crash.
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.
