Merced County, CA: Multi-Car Accident on Mercey Springs Road at East B Street in Los Banos
1 Injured in Los Banos Car Crash on Mercey Springs Road (Highway 165) at East B Street Friday afternoon
Merced County, California (April 19, 2019) – One person was hospitalized Friday evening after a traffic accident involving three vehicles in Los Banos, authorities said.
The wreck took place at about 4:48 p.m. at the intersection of Mercey Springs Road and East B Street. Mercey Springs Road is also known as Highway 165.
According to the authorities, a van was stopped at a stop sign on southbound Mercey Springs Road at the intersection with East B Street and followed by a pickup truck.
For an unknown reason, the pickup truck was then struck by a sedan, causing a chain reaction collision.
Minor Injury Car Accident at Mercey Springs Road and East B Street in Los Banos Friday
One person sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. The name and condition of the patient at this time remained unknown.
Alcohol or drugs were not suspected factors in the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
We hope that the injured person gets the medical care necessary to have a full recovery.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a traffic crash because of a third party’s negligence, then the responsible party should be held accountable. Contact a personal injury attorney at Pacific Attorney Group, and they can help you get fair compensation for lost wages, pain, medical expenses and much more.
If you are the victim or a family member and you would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident.
Car accidents happen very fast leaving the motorist without much time to make decisions. However, actions a motorist takes after the collision are important in ensuring the safety of their passengers and other motorists. Drivers are encouraged to take the following actions after the crash.
- Stay at the scene of the accident. However, the vehicle should be moved safely away from traffic to avoid more possible collisions.
- Check on the safety of the passengers and other drivers and promptly notify the authorities.
- Exchange vital information with the other drivers. If possible, exchange contacts with witnesses.
- Take photos of the damage to your car.
- Contact your insurance company immediately. You are encouraged to disclose all the vital information as truthfully as possible.
- Keep all the medical records and keep track of all the related expenses.
