Joanne Davis Seriously Injured in Fatal Crash on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville
Joanne Davis Suffers Major Injuries in Placerville Crash on Missouri Flat Road near Life Way
Placerville, California (June 5, 2021) – A 55-year-old El Dorado woman was among three people who were injured after being involved in a deadly head-on collision in Placerville, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at around 8:15 a.m. Thursday, May 27, on Missouri Flat Road near Life Way.
CHP said a 2006 BMW 325i, driven by Michael Smith, 22, of Placerville, was traveling southbound on Missouri Flat Road when the BMW drifted across the double-yellow lines into the opposite lane and collided head-on with a northbound 2007 Dodge Ram 2500, driven by Joanne Davis, 55, of El Dorado.
Davis sustained major injuries that included a broken ankle and was transported to a local hospital. Her two passengers had minor injuries.
Smith was pronounced dead at the scene.
All parties involved were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident, authorities said. It was not immediately clear if drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision.
Missouri Flat Road was closed as the investigation and cleanup took place.
The accident remains under investigation.
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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