Orfil Gutierrez Injured in 2-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 in Turlock
Orfil Gutierrez Hospitalized after Turlock Crash on Highway 99 near Monte Vista Avenue
Turlock, California (April 2, 2021) – Orfil Gutierrez, 41, of Chowchilla, was injured last week on Tuesday morning in a two-vehicle collision in Turlock, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at about 9:40 a.m. Tuesday, March 22, on Highway 99, just south of West Monte Vista Avenue.
The CHP said Fernando Balthazar, 20, of Ceres, was driving a 2014 Chevrolet SUV in the fast lane when he made an unsafe turn and his vehicle struck the rear of a trailer pulled by a 2011 Chevy Silverado pickup driven by Gutierrez.
As a result of the collision, the pickup rolled over multiple times while the trailer carrying livestock rolled down the embankment.
Gutierrez was taken to a local hospital with unspecified injuries. Balthazar was not injured in the accident.
Both drivers were wearing their seat belts at the time of the accident. Authorities said neither alcohol nor drugs were suspected factors in the crash.
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.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a car accident and need legal help, call our law firm at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an accident attorney.
