[02-22-2023] Del Norte County, CA – One Injured, 61-Year-Old Man Killed After Two-Vehicle Collision in Crescent City

A two-vehicle collision killed a 61-year-old man and injured a 72-year-old woman in Crescent City on Wednesday afternoon, February 22, 2023.

Reports indicated that the fatal crash occurred around 4:49 p.m. on Highway 101, north of Elk Valley Cross Road.

According to authorities, the 61-year-old driver was in a 1997 Toyota 4Runner southbound when he lost control, crossed into the northbound lane, and struck the right side of the woman’s 2013 Chevy Avalanche.

The drivers were confirmed to be traveling in bad weather.

The driver’s identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Authorities are still looking into what caused the collision.

The Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office, the National Park Service, California State Parks, CalFire, Pelican Bay Fire, and Del Norte Ambulance are among the other agencies that responded.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

According to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System, 35,766 people died in 38,824 traffic accidents in the United States in 2020. There were 1.34 fatalities for every 100 million miles traveled, or 11.7 deaths for every 100,000.

Accidents that result in injuries or permanent disabilities affect between 20 and 50 million people worldwide. Every day in the United States, approximately 3,287 people are killed in traffic accidents.

The number of unintentional traffic fatalities in California is high; approximately 10,000 people die each year due to motor vehicle collisions. This graph shows how serious the problem is.

Tens of thousands of vehicles are on the road every day. Such accidents can be avoided by taking several precautions, such as not driving while intoxicated, using child safety seats and seat belts, improving visibility, and using appropriate headlights and road lighting.

After an Accident, How Do I Obtain a Police Report?

You can obtain a police report for this accident by contacting the local police department where it occurred. You can get a copy of your report from the police department with all the information you need. If you cannot obtain a copy of your police report, you may request one with our help. You can do so by completing our online form.

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Car Accident Attorneys in Crescent City

A severe car accident victim is more likely to incur medical debt and misses several years of work due to their injuries. The victim may also experience physical discomfort, psychological trauma, and emotional distress.

If an insurance company puts you under pressure, you should seek legal counsel because compensation requires the participation of both parties. If recorded testimony is used against you, the negligent party may be held less accountable for their actions.

You can count on our Crescent City car accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., to investigate the collision as soon as possible. We negotiate with insurance companies using tried-and-true legal tactics to ensure that damages are fairly assessed throughout the settlement.

Over the last few years, we have successfully recovered more than $500 million for our clients in California. Our firm is an experienced, reputable law firm with over ten years of experience handling these legal matters.

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