Salinas, CA: Child Seriously Hurt in Salinas Crash on Southbound Highway 101 near Potter Road
Major Injuries Sustained in Salinas Car Accident on Southbound Highway 101 near Potter Road
Salinas, California (December 4, 2019) – A 9-year-old child sustained major injuries in a traffic collision that happened in the area of Salinas on Wednesday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The major injury crash happened at about 5:10 p.m. along Highway 101 near Potter Road.
As per the CHP report, the accident involved a gray-colored Nissan sedan and a white Dodge Ram 3500 pickup that collided on the southbound side of the highway for unknown reasons.
Due to the impact, the Nissan sedan went 30 feet off the roadway and broke its axle.
9-Year-Old Child Airlifted After Salinas Crash on Southbound Highway 101
Officials said the 9-year-old child who was a passenger in the Nissan sustained major injuries in the crash.
The victim was attended to by paramedics and then airlifted to the hospital for further treatment.
Meanwhile, the current condition of the patient remains unknown to this time.
The CHP is still investigating to identify the cause of the accident.
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.
If you or your loved one was injured in this collision, Pacific Attorney Group could provide you with a police report on the accident. The report is important in deciding on the steps you should take.
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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.
