[03-18-2023] Sacramento County, CA – One Killed, Four Injured After Two-Vehicle Collision in Florin

One person was killed while four others were injured after a two-vehicle crash in Florin, south of Sacramento, on Saturday morning, March 18, 2023.

According to the Sacramento Metro Fire, the fatal collision occurred at about 3:36 a.m. at the intersection of Florin Road and Stockton Boulevard.

The responding firefighters arrived at the scene to discover two vehicles with significant damages. What exactly led to the crash is currently unknown.

There were five victims involved. One of them was declared dead on the spot, while the remaining four were taken to a nearby trauma center with various degrees of injuries.

No further details were released on the victims’ identities as the investigation continued. Authorities are still looking into whether intoxication or speeding played a role.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Accident Statistics

The majority of accidental deaths and injuries that occur every year in the United States occur in automobile accidents. More than two million people die and another ten million are injured annually in car-related incidents worldwide.

The number of Americans killed in automobile accidents increased by 8.3 percent in 2020, according to the National Safety Council. This followed a string of three years in which the figures have dropped.

In 2019, 39,107 people across the country were killed in car accidents. In 2020, that figure jumped to 42,338.

Death by car in California totaled 3,847 in 2020. The year saw 1,587 fatalities with accidents involving multiple vehicles, accounting for 41% of the total. A majority of fatalities (59%) were the result of one-vehicle collisions (2,260 deaths).

What to Do After a Car Accident

Call the police right away if you or a loved one were involved in an automobile crash. It is essential to be honest and avoid making assumptions while speaking with authorities or insurance companies. Some victims may feel they need to apologize even though they are not at fault. The insurance company will not compensate the victim if he or she engages in such behavior.

If you want a copy of the final report, the authorities will give you one upon request. To get in touch with us, please fill out the brief online form provided. We’ll get to work on your message as soon as we can. We offer a no-cost consultation with our nationally recognized attorney if you have concerns about the viability of your case.

Car Accident Lawyers in Sacramento County

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, don’t hesitate to call and schedule a free consultation with our well-respected personal injury and wrongful death attorneys in your region. If you have questions regarding making a claim or want to set up a consultation with one of our attorneys, please contact us as soon as possible.

Our trusted Sacramento County car accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi Esq., have the recognition and vast experience to advocate for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $500 million as of yet.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.