Jude Lowdermilk Hospitalized After Fiery Fatal Accident on Highway 299 in Redding
Child Seriously Injured in Redding Fiery Fatal Crash on Highway 299 ID’d as Jude Lowdermilk
Shasta County, California (November 8, 2019) – The California Highway Patrol has identified the child who was hospitalized after a fiery head-on crash in Redding Wednesday night as 2-year-old Jude Lowdermilk.
The fiery fatal crash, which happened at about 8:05 p.m. on November 6, occurred on Highway 299 near Lower Springs Road.
As per the CHP report, Shasta County sheriff’s deputy Henry Taylor, 30, was driving west on Highway 299 when he struck a deer in the roadway, causing him to lose control and hit a Toyota sedan with three passengers who were traveling east. The sedan caught fire while Taylor’s vehicle ended up upside down in a ravine upon the impact.
Jude Lowdermilk Hospitalized After Fiery Fatal Accident on Highway 299
The Sedan driver, 20-year-old Justine Jackson, suffered unspecified injuries following the wreck.
Lowdermilk, who was riding as a passenger in the Sedan, sustained major injuries and was rushed to Mercy Medical Center for treatment.
A third passenger in the Sedan was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the male deceased has not yet been released to this time.
Taylor suffered major injuries following the wreck and was also hospitalized for further treatment.
The CHP is investigating the cause of the fatal crash.
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.
