![[08-08-2025] One Person Injured in Head-On Collision on Highway 12 at Duer Road](https://ak1.to//7zH7K.webp)
One person was hospitalized with major injuries following a head-on collision in Sonoma County on Friday morning, August 8, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 10:00 a.m. on Highway 12 at Duer Road and involved two vehicles.
One driver, trapped in a smoking vehicle, was extricated by firefighters and taken to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. A passenger from one of the vehicles was transported to Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center.
The crash briefly shut down both lanes of the highway, causing major delays. Caltrans District 4 advised drivers to use alternate routes, though all lanes reopened later.
Further details on the injured individuals have not been immediately released, and the investigation remains 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.
