[06-08-2023] Kern County, CA – 1 Man Killed, 1 Woman Injured Following Two-Vehicle Collision in Bakersfield

A man was killed while a woman was injured after the man ran a red light and struck the woman’s vehicle in an intersection in Bakersfield on Thursday evening, June 8, 2023.

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the collision occurred at the intersection of Gosford Road and District Boulevard around 10:41 p.m.

The man ran a red light and struck the victim’s vehicle resulting in him veering off and crashing into a tree on the center median of Gosford Road.

The woman sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. Witnesses aided the man, extracting him from the wrecked vehicle and performing CPR.

Upon the arrival of the Bakersfield Fire Department and Hall Ambulance personnel, life-saving procedures were continued, but the man did not survive.

Further investigations continue.

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What To Do After A Car Accident

The possibility of a car accident occurring at any time, anywhere, is what makes being prepared so crucial. People who have been involved in a car accident know how important it is always to remain prepared. For the safety of the people involved and to protect their rights, follow these steps:

• Stay on the scene and check the condition of the people involved.
• If possible, move disabled vehicles to the side of the road. To avoid additional collisions, keep your emergency lights on. Wait for law enforcement in a secure location.
• Notify the police of the accident. Authorities will collect data, document it, and add it to an official record.
• Exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver(s) involved in the collision. Take photographs of the vehicles, license plates, and other pertinent details.
• Do not admit fault to anyone, including the police. When speaking with a police officer, focus on the specifics of the incident.
• Seek immediate medical attention. Visit the nearest hospital or a primary care physician.
• California insurers have accident reporting deadlines. Call immediately and follow the agent’s instructions when reporting the accident.
• Only provide the claims adjuster with the necessary details. Avoid recording statements or accepting settlement offers from insurance companies before consulting with an attorney.
• Gather and store all accident-related documentation. Victims should obtain a copy of the police report, information about the other driver, medical bills, injury treatment plans, and other relevant documents.
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Fatal Reckless Accident Statistics

Automobile accidents cause the most accidental deaths and injuries in the US. Two million people are killed yearly, and ten million are injured in car accidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reckless driving involves “willful disregard” for the safety of others. The NHTSA also recorded 11,258 speeding fatalities in 2020.

Over the past decade, AAA estimates that 56% of all traffic accidents were caused by reckless driving.

Speeding is the leading cause of fatal car accidents in the US. Additionally, drunk driving is a major cause of traffic accidents in the United States.