Madera County, CA: Man, Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on Road 15 and Avenue 37
2 Killed in Wednesday Afternoon Madera County Crash on Road 15 and Avenue 37
Madera County, California (May 6, 2021) – Two people died in a multi-vehicle collision that happened Wednesday afternoon at an intersection in Madera County, a local news source reported.
The accident involved three vehicles and happened at around 2:15 p.m. at Road 15 and Avenue 37.
As per the article, a 77-year-old man was driving a Toyota Camry westbound on Road 15, approaching a Dodge Ram pickup truck and a Chevrolet Malibu.
The driver drifted into the opposing traffic lane and struck the rear end of the pickup truck, and then crashed head-on into the Malibu.
The 25-year-old woman driving the Malibu was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Camry was rushed to a hospital where he was also pronounced dead.
The pickup truck driver was not injured. He was identified as a 52-year-old man.
The California Highway Patrol said drugs and alcohol were not believed to be a factor.
An investigation 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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