![[06-10-2025] Two Hospitalized, One With Major Injuries in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 119 Near Valley Acres](https://ak1.to//pa8XK.webp)
At least two people were hospitalized, including one with major injuries, following a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 119 near Valley Acres in Kern County on Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported just before 10:00 a.m. near Tamarisk. The collision involved a tractor-trailer, two pickup trucks, and a passenger vehicle.
The victim in the passenger vehicle suffered major injuries and had to be extricated by Kern County firefighters. The truck driver was also transported to the hospital by ambulance.
Three other individuals were reported to be walking around the scene and did not require immediate transport.
The truck involved in the crash was carrying scrap metal and overturned, scattering debris across the roadway.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
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.
