Jose Nunez Killed in Fiery Head-On Collision at Olive Avenue and Cressey Way in Merced County
Jose Nunez ID’d as Man Killed in Livingston Car Crash at Olive Avenue and Cressey Way
Livingston, California (May 4, 2021) – Jose Nunez, 42, of Winton, has been identified as the man who was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Sunday morning near Livingston in Merced County, according to the Merced County Sheriff Coroner’s Office.
The fatal collision happened at about 12:42 a.m., on May 3, in the area of Olive Avenue and Cressey Way, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Nunez was driving a 2013 Honda Civic northbound on Olive Avenue when he drifted across the double yellow line for unknown reasons and collided head-on with a southbound 2021 Peterbilt truck driven by 57-year-old Gonzalo Anaya.
The Honda is reported to have burst into flames after the crash.
Jose Nunez Killed in Crash at Olive Avenue and Cressey Way
Sadly, Nunez was pronounced dead at the scene.
Anaya was unhurt.
Neither drugs nor alcohol appear to be a factor in the collision.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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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