Eric Mays Injured in Fatal ATV Crash on Washington Road in Keyes
Eric Mays ID’d as Person Injured in Keyes ATV Accident on Washington Road near Taylor Road
Keyes, California (April 14, 2021) – Eric Mays, 30, of Turlock, has been identified as the driver who was injured in a Monday afternoon ATV accident south of Keyes, according to the Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office.
The California Highway Patrol said the deadly accident happened at about 1:47 p.m. Monday, April 12, on southbound Washington Road, just north of Taylor Road.
According to the CHP, Daniel Hernandez, 50, of Gustine, was driving a Kubota southbound on Washington Road when, for unknown reasons, it was rear-ended by a Dodge pickup driven by Mays.
Sadly, Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene.
Mays sustained minor injuries in the accident.
Authorities said neither alcohol nor drugs were a factor in the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
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- 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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