Jorge Yanezperez, 31, Injured in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 in Sutter County
Jorge Yanezperez ID’d as 1 of 5 Injured in Sutter County Car Accident on Highway 99 near Clark Road
Sutter County, California (July 1, 2019) – Jorge Yanezperez, 31, of Yuba City, has been identified as one of the three people who were injured Sunday afternoon in a traffic accident that also killed a juvenile in Sutter County.
The fatal crash occurred shortly before 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 30 on Highway 99, just south of Clark Road.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a 2008 Ford F-250 was traveling southbound at about 15 miles per hour when it rear-ended a 1999 Acura Integra driven by Yanezperez. The driver of the Ford was allegedly texting when he failed to see the vehicle in front.
Due to the force of the impact, the Acura was pushed into the northbound lane, where it stopped.
The impact also caused the juvenile passenger, a girl from Wheatland, to be ejected from the Acura and died at the scene.
The Ford continued on southbound Highway 99 and crashed into the rear of a 2008 Honda CRV that was also traveling at about 15 miles per hour. That impact caused the Ford to flip over and ejected its driver onto the east shoulder of the highway before coming to a rest on its roof and blocked the northbound lane.
Two other northbound cars, a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and a 2010 Acura Integra, were also unable to avoid the collision and crashed into the wrecked vehicles.
The driver of the Ford sustained moderate injuries and was transported to a hospital. Yanezperez and his passenger were taken to a hospital with major injuries.
The driver and passenger of the 2010 Acura Integra sustained minor injuries.
CHP said alcohol and drugs were not suspected to be factors in the crash.
The incident is under investigation.
Pacific Attorney Group wishes the person injured a quick recovery.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, these accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of many of these traffic accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. Negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
From the report above, the circumstances surrounding the traffic collision remain unclear. However, the authorities will gather information, including witness statements to determine the cause of the accident.
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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, 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.
