Man Killed in Pickup-Truck vs Semi-Truck Collision on Douglas Avenue [Laton, CA]
Male Driver Pronounced Dead after Semi-Truck Accident near 12 ¾ Avenue
LATON, CA (May 3, 2024) – Wednesday evening, one man was killed in a pickup-truck vs semi-truck collision on Douglas Avenue.
Police officers arrived to the scene around 8:00 p.m., near 12 ¾ Avenue in the city of Laton.
According to California Highway Patrol officers, the driver of a Chevrolet pickup-truck collided with a southbound semi-truck after failing to stop at a stop sign.
The impact of the crash left the pickup driver with major injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the Chevrolet driver dead at the scene.
At this time, the identity of the deceased victim has not been revealed to the public. It was unclear whether the semi-truck driver sustained injuries from the incident.
Police are working to determine if intoxication played a role in the incident. Laton Officials will provide more information regarding the fatal Douglas Avenue two-vehicle crash once available.
Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased man who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.
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