Gustine Man Killed in Tractor Crash on Washington Road in Keyes
Gustine Man Dies in Keyes Tractor Accident on Washington Road near Taylor Road
Keyes, California (April 13, 2021) – A Gustine man was killed Monday afternoon in a rear-end collision south of Keyes, according to a local news source.
The California Highway Patrol said the deadly accident happened at about 1:47 p.m. Monday, April 12, on southbound Washington Road, just north of Taylor Road.
According to the CHP, a 50-year-old Gustine man was driving a tractor, which is similar to a golf cart or ATV, southbound on Washington Road when, for unknown reasons, the tractor was struck from behind by a Dodge pickup driven by Eric Mays, 30, of Turlock.
The impact caused the man to be thrown from the tractor and died at the scene. His name has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
Mays, who sustained minor injuries, told the authorities he was driving at approximately 35 miles per hour prior to the collision.
Authorities said neither alcohol nor drugs were a factor in the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
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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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