![[03-16-2025] Three Killed, Two Injured After Suspected DUI Crash on Highway 12 Near Highway 88 Split](https://ak1.to//4pnST.webp)
Three people were killed, and two others were injured following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 12 in San Joaquin County on Sunday afternoon, March 16, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 3:40 p.m. when a Ford Fiesta carrying five occupants was traveling eastbound on Highway 12.
Authorities suspect the driver was under the influence when they lost control of the vehicle near the Highway 88 split.
The Fiesta was then broadsided by a Toyota Tacoma. CHP reported that none of the Fiesta’s occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash.
The impact resulted in the deaths of three people inside the Fiesta, including the 25-year-old female driver, a 25-year-old male front-seat passenger, and another 25-year-old male rear passenger. They were pronounced dead at the scene.
The two remaining Fiesta passengers were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their conditions remain unknown. The Tacoma’s driver, a 55-year-old man, sustained minor injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate 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.
