[09-11-2024] Butte County, CA – One Killed, Three Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99

A two-vehicle crash left one person dead and three others injured in Butte County on Wednesday morning, September 11, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 6:13 a.m. on Highway 99, north of Gridley.

The authorities reported that a silver Honda Civic, carrying three people, was traveling northbound toward Biggs when it collided with a silver GMC Sierra pickup.

The GMC Sierra was heading eastbound on Curley Lane and attempted to enter the highway but did not see the Civic, which had its headlights off and pulled directly into its path.

None of the three individuals in the Civic were wearing seatbelts. The driver of the Civic sustained fatal injuries, while the two passengers suffered major injuries and were transported to local hospitals. The GMC driver, who was wearing a seat belt, sustained minor injuries.

There is no additional information at this time.

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Experiencing a car accident can be overwhelming and stressful. Knowing the necessary steps to take immediately after the accident can help protect your safety, preserve your legal rights, and simplify the claim process.

Whether you are the injured party or a family member of a deceased victim, here’s what you should do following a car accident:

1. Stay on the scene and check on everyone’s condition. First, examine yourself for injuries, then others. Stay composed and try to regain your calm.
2. Report the accident to the authorities as soon as possible. The police will document the incident and collect information for official records.
3. If possible, pull over to the side of the road, use your emergency flashers to alert other cars, and locate a safe area to wait for the police.
4. Share the names, phone numbers, and insurance information with the other driver(s). If possible, picture the vehicles, license plates, and other important details.
5. When speaking with the police or others involved, avoid admitting fault or apologizing. Stick to the facts when discussing the accident.
6. Visit a hospital or your primary doctor right away. Prompt medical care can help reduce the severity of an injury and discover internal damage.
7. California insurers have deadlines for reporting accidents. Contact your insurer promptly and follow the agent’s instructions.
8. You may receive a call from the other party’s insurer shortly after the collision. Be cautious about the information you share. Do not record statements or accept settlement offers without first consulting an attorney.
9. Keep all accident-related paperwork, such as police reports, hospital bills, and other important information.
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Fatal Car Accident Statistics

Since 2021, there has been a slight decrease in vehicle-related injuries and fatalities nationwide. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that, despite a 0.3% decline from 2021, the number of accidents stays over 40,000, with 42,795 fatalities by 2022. Compared to 46,980 fatalities in 2020, the numbers have significantly decreased in recent years.

According to National Safety Council statistics, automobile accidents caused 42,338 deaths in 2020, a significant increase from the 39,107 fatalities recorded the previous year. There were 3,847 traffic fatalities in California alone.