[03-19-2023] Sutter County, CA – One Person Killed in a Fatal Crash Involving Truck and Car on Oswald Road

One person was killed in a fatal crash involving a truck and a car on Oswald Road, Sutter County, on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the car was traveling at about 65 MPH on Highway 99 when a truck swerved on the left side. The vehicle crashed into the truck’s left side and was wedged below.

The car driver died after the crash, while the truck driver named Sandeep K. reported the accident to 911.

For roughly two hours, authorities closed off the intersection of Barry Road and Oswald Road on Highway 99 to investigate.

Authorities have ruled out DUI in the said accident. No further information was released.

Fatal Truck Accident Statistics

Due to their robust construction, heavy trucks provide more safety in collisions than smaller cars do. Because of this, passengers in smaller cars account for most fatalities in traffic accidents. Truck collisions may result in catastrophic events.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,965 people will die in heavy truck collisions in the US in 2020. There was a 1% decline from the 5,032 total in 2019. 71% of those killed in crashes involving large trucks were passengers in other vehicles.

In 2020, 8.9 percent of all the vehicles involved in fatal accidents nationwide were heavy trucks. Smaller vehicle occupants lost their lives in heavy truck collisions in California. Texas and Florida were the only other states with at least 50 deaths of car occupants in collisions with trucks.

What to Do After a Truck Accident

After a truck accident, it’s crucial to contact the proper authorities immediately. Avoid making any assumptions in your responses to investigators or insurance companies. The innocent victim might blame themselves for the mishap even though they had nothing to do with it. The claimant’s actions provide sufficient justification for the insurance company to reject the claim.

Authorities will give you a copy of the report if you formally request it. If you want us to submit the request, please contact us through our online form. We will start working on your case as soon as we get the report. Get a free evaluation of your insurance claims right now.

Award-winning Truck Accident Lawyers in Sutter County

When a truck is at fault in an accident, victims in California have legal protections to seek compensation for medical bills and lost wages.

Do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to discuss your insurance claim with one of our experienced attorneys and find out how we can help you reach a fair settlement.

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