A According to the responding officers, the crash happened just before 5:30 a.m. on Highway 190 at Road 208, west of Porterville.
Authorities stated that a 2020 International semi-truck with two trailers was traveling west on Highway 190, approaching an intersection. Meanwhile, a GMC, driven by a 49-year-old Strathmore man, was heading south on Road 208 and ran a stop sign.
As the truck passed the intersection, the GMC collided with the right side of the trailer. The driver of the GMC was pronounced dead at the scene, while his two passengers were injured and transported to Kaweah Health. As of this writing, the identities and the current condition of the injured victims were not disclosed.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. It is unknown if drugs or alcohol played a role.
Additional details regarding the collision have yet to be provided by the police.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the authorities and help determine the circumstances surrounding 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.
