Man Fatally Struck in Head-On Crash on Canal School Road [Merced County, CA]
22-Year-Old Driver Pronounced Dead Head-on Collision near Highway 33
MERCED COUNTY, CA (July 10, 2024) – Thursday afternoon, one man was fatally struck in a head-on crash on Canal School Road.
Dispatchers received calls around 4:30 p.m., just north of Highway 33 on July 4th.
Officers say the 22-year-old male driver of a Nissan was heading south and veered into the oncoming lanes. As a result, the Nissan collided head-on with a Chevrolet.
Responding personnel says the Nissan driver was not wearing a seat belt at the time. Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the Nissan driver dead at the scene.
Meanwhile, paramedics transported the 22-year-old female passenger of the Nissan to a hospital for further treatment. Crews also took a 2-year-old child from the Chevy to Valley Children’s Hospital.
Alcohol or drugs did not play a role in the collision, and further investigation is still ongoing.
Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.
At Sweet James, we understand that no amount of money can make up for the tragic loss of a loved one. Our personal injury and wrongful death attorneys understand that the legal issues impose challenges to those involved. We are here to help you through the legal process so that you can focus on the concerns and needs of your family. Call us today to find out how we can help you at 1-844-363-7713.
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