[06-10-2025] Kern County, CA – Two Hospitalized, One With Major Injuries in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 119 Near Valley Acres

At least two people were hospitalized, including one with major injuries, following a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 119 near Valley Acres in Kern County on Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported just before 10:00 a.m. near Tamarisk. The collision involved a tractor-trailer, two pickup trucks, and a passenger vehicle.

The victim in the passenger vehicle suffered major injuries and had to be extricated by Kern County firefighters. The truck driver was also transported to the hospital by ambulance.

Three other individuals were reported to be walking around the scene and did not require immediate transport.

The truck involved in the crash was carrying scrap metal and overturned, scattering debris across the roadway.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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Truck accidents can lead to serious injuries, significant property damage, and complicated legal challenges. Our Kern County truck accident lawyers are here to help you understand your legal rights and navigate through the process. We focus on identifying the responsible parties, gathering key evidence, and managing communications with insurance companies so you don’t have to handle it alone.

We will guide you through every step of the legal process, developing a plan tailored to your unique situation. From the initial consultation to the resolution of your case, our goal is to help you pursue the compensation you may be entitled to under California law.

If you were injured in a truck accident, contact us today at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our “Do I Have a Case?” form for a free consultation to discuss your options.

Ways To Strengthen Your Truck Accident Claim

What you do after a truck accident can play a significant role in your ability to recover compensation. Taking the right steps ensures evidence is preserved and can support your case if there are disputes about liability.

1. See a doctor even if your injuries seem minor. Some injuries, like internal damage, may not show up right away. Medical records are vital in linking your injuries to the crash.
2. Take photos of the crash scene, vehicle damage, road conditions, and visible injuries. This visual evidence can provide critical support for your case.
3. Keep all bills, medical reports, prescriptions, and receipts in one place. Save any letters from insurance companies and copies of doctors’ notes or test results. These documents help establish the financial impact of your injuries.
4. Record the time, location, road conditions, and any unusual behavior from the truck or driver as soon as possible. This helps preserve facts that may fade over time.
5. Let your lawyer handle communication with the trucking company or their insurer. Statements made to insurance adjusters could be used against you later.
6. Contact our truck accident lawyers in Kern County to learn about your rights, gather evidence, and avoid mistakes that could weaken your claim.

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Truck Accident Statistics

In 2021, traffic crashes involving large trucks resulted in 5,788 fatalities and approximately 154,993 injuries nationwide. Large trucks were involved in an estimated 523,796 police-reported crashes during the same year. Fatalities in these incidents increased by 17% from 2020 to 2021. Of the 2021 fatalities, 72% (4,149) were occupants of other vehicles, 17% (1,008) were occupants of large trucks, and 11% (631) were nonoccupants, such as pedestrians and cyclists.

Injuries also rose by 9%, from 141,613 in 2020 to 154,993 in 2021. Of those injured, 71% (109,981) were occupants of other vehicles, 27% (42,164) were occupants of large trucks, and 2% (2,848) were nonoccupants. The number of nonoccupants injured increased by 16%, while there was a 13% increase in injuries among occupants of other vehicles and a 1% increase in large truck occupants injured.