Two people were seriously injured following a single-vehicle crash near Groveland, Tuolumne County, on Friday night, July 26, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 5:00 p.m. along Priest Coulterville Road, south of Highway 120.
CHP said that a 1991 Chevrolet pickup truck occupied by two people was traveling northbound on Priest Coulterville Road at about 40 mph when its driver lost control while negotiating a sharp curve. The Chevy then reportedly went off-road before crashing into a steep embankment.
The driver of the crashed vehicle, 24-year-old Sean M. from Fresno, and his passenger, 19-year-old Sebastian M. from Modesto, suffered major injuries as a result of the crash. Both of them were airlifted to a medical facility in Modesto for treatment. Their current conditions remain undisclosed.
The official cause of the collision is still under investigation. The investigators ruled out the possible involvement of either drugs or alcohol.
Additional information was not immediately available.
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.
