Luis Figueroa Among 4 Hurt in Fatal Woodland Car Crash on 5 Freeway near Road 22
29-Year-Old Luis Figueroa Among 4 Injured in Woodland Car Accident on 5 Freeway near Road 22
Woodland, California (June 20, 2019) – A 29-year-old man was among four people injured in a fatal high-speed car crash in Woodland, Sacramento, late Tuesday night, according to a local news source
The fatal accident happened at about 10 p.m. June 18, on Interstate 5 Freeway near County Road 22.
As per the report, a 34-year-old man was driving a BMW northbound on the roadway when he rear-ended a Nissan pickup truck.
The impact of the collision sent the pickup truck down an embankment.
Luis Figueroa Injured in Fatal Woodland Car Crash on 5 Freeway
A six-year-old boy in the pickup truck was killed in the collision.
Three other children were seriously injured in the accident and were rushed to a local hospital for treatment.
The 29-year-old driver of the pickup truck, identified as Luis Figueroa of Woodland, was hospitalized with moderate injuries.
The driver of the BMW was arrested and is facing vehicular manslaughter and DUI charges.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
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.
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What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident.
Car accidents happen very fast leaving the motorist without much time to make decisions. However, the 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 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.
