![[10-12-2024] 60-Year-Old Man Dies After Two-Vehicle Collision on Highway 99 in Delhi](https://ak1.to//jTGZx.webp)
A 60-year-old man died on Thursday, October 17, 2024, following a two-vehicle collision that occurred over the weekend on Highway 99 in Delhi, Merced County.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at around 7:01 p.m. near the southbound off-ramp at Shanks Road.
A 26-year-old Sacramento man driving a 2013 Hyundai exited Highway 99, stopped at the posted stop sign, and then proceeded into the intersection for unknown reasons, failing to yield the right of way.
The Hyundai was struck by a 1996 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by the 60-year-old man. Both vehicles collided and hit a metal guardrail. The 26-year-old sustained minor injuries and remained at the scene, while the 60-year-old was taken to the hospital, where he later died.
Authorities confirmed that drugs and alcohol were not factors in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.
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.
