Farmington, CA: Fatal Collision on Highway 4 near Milton Road
At Least 1 Killed in Farmington Crash on Highway 4 near Milton Road
Farmington, California (May 30, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a deadly car collision that happened Sunday afternoon on a highway in Farmington.
The California Highway Patrol said two vehicles were involved in the crash at around 1:39 p.m. on eastbound Highway 4, just a mile east of Milton Road.
Two vehicles collided, and one of them overturned onto its side. A female party was trapped inside one of the cars.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and cut about 50 feet of barbed wire to allow a helicopter to land and airlift at least one person to the hospital.
The report said at least one person died in the accident.
It was not clear how many people were injured.
Both vehicles were towed away, one of them with a broken front axle.
CHP is investigating to establish the cause of the crash.
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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