1 Killed, 1 Critically Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash on Lincoln Boulevard in Oroville
Passenger Killed and Driver Hospitalized after Oroville Crash on Lincoln Boulevard near Helman Street
Oroville, California (April 16, 2021) – A single-vehicle traffic accident has claimed the life of a passenger Thursday morning in south Oroville and left a driver critically injured, authorities said.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened at about 8:20 a.m. Thursday, April 15, on Lincoln Boulevard, just south of Helman Street.
A blue Suburban was traveling southbound on Lincoln at a high rate of speed when it attempted to turn into a driveway.
For an unknown reason, the Suburban veered off the roadway, struck a rock and crashed into a garage of a private residence.
The driver and passenger of the Suburban were transported to an area hospital, where the passenger was later pronounced dead. The driver sustained major injuries.
Nobody was inside the garage at the time of the accident.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
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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