Porterville, CA: 2-Vehicle Crash at Olive Avenue and Newcomb Street
1 Hospitalized after Porterville Crash at Olive Avenue and Newcomb Street
Porterville, California (June 9, 2021) – One person was hospitalized following a two-vehicle collision at an intersection in Porterville Monday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at around 9:22 p.m. Monday, June 7, at the intersection of Olive Avenue and Newcomb Street, near Highway 65.
CHP said two vehicles collided at the intersection in unclear circumstances.
One patient, whose name was not immediately disclosed, was taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
The intersection of Olive Avenue and Newcomb Street was closed while CHP officers investigated the scene.
More information about the crash was not immediately provided.
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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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