![[09-28-2024] 62-Year-Old Man Killed After Two-Vehicle Collision on Highway 86 in Coachella](https://ak1.to//@Rn5.webp)
A 62-year-old man was killed when his vehicle collided with another on Highway 86 in Coachella, Riverside County, on Saturday afternoon, September 28, 2024.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, the crash occurred approximately ¾ of a mile south of where Highway 86 crosses over Avenue 52 and was reported shortly before 2:00 p.m.
The man, identified as Juan C. of Thermal, had to be extricated from his vehicle and was transported to a hospital in Indio, where he was pronounced dead less than an hour after the crash.
The coroner noted that the man’s injuries were sustained on the northbound side of the highway. However, the sheriff’s department has not provided additional details about the crash, which remains under investigation.
The driver of the other vehicle was also taken to a hospital with what were described as minor injuries.
No further details were 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.
