![[05-18-2025] Two Killed After Jeep Crashes and Catches Fire on Interstate 5 Near Westley](https://ak1.to//@xz8g.webp)
Two men were killed and another person was rescued after a fiery crash on southbound Interstate 5 near Westley in Stanislaus County on Sunday evening, May 18, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 5:11 p.m. when a Jeep traveling southbound veered off the roadway for unknown reasons and went down an embankment into Ingram’s Creek. The vehicle caught fire shortly after the crash.
A passing motorist stopped and ran down the embankment, managing to pull the right front passenger from the vehicle before they sustained any major injuries. First responders later pronounced the driver, a 21-year-old man from Tracy, and another 23-year-old Tracy man dead at the scene.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. It is not yet known if drugs or alcohol were contributing factors.
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.
