![[12-18-2025] One Killed, Two Seriously Injured After Head-On Crash on Highway 33 Near Tracy](https://ak1.to//ySCkQ.webp)
A man was killed, and a woman and a child were seriously injured following a head-on crash southeast of Tracy in San Joaquin County on Thursday evening, December 18, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol Tracy division, the crash was reported around 6:35 p.m. on Highway 33 just north of Vernalis Road.
Officers said a silver pickup truck was traveling eastbound on Highway 33 when it entered the opposing lane and collided head-on with a black van. CHP reported that the van’s driver, a man, died at the scene. A woman and a child who were passengers in the van were transported to San Joaquin General Hospital with major injuries.
CHP said the driver of the pickup truck was taken to Doctors Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries to his extremities. Investigators stated that the reason the truck crossed into the opposite lane was not immediately known, and drugs and alcohol were not believed to be factors in the crash.
The cause of the crash is 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.
