Selma, CA: Major Injuries Sustained in Two-Car Crash on Mendocino Avenue
1 Seriously Injured in Selma Car Crash on Mendocino Avenue near Mountain View Avenue
Selma, California (April 5, 2021) – One person sustained severe injuries in a traffic crash that happened Sunday night in Selma.
According to a California Highway Patrol report, the collision involved two cars and happened at around 9:41 p.m. on S Mendocino Avenue, just south of Mountain View Avenue.
The unidentified vehicles collided for unknown reasons, forcing the closure of all Mendocino traffic lanes.
The report said a small poodle that occupied one of the cars took off after the crash and was being searched.
One person was arrested for an unspecified violation and released to the hospital for treatment of major injuries. The patient was hospitalized at Community Regional Medical Center.
CHP is collecting more information to establish the cause of the accident.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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