[10-01-2021] Merced County, CA – One Person Killed, Several Others Injured After a Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 152

A 64-year-old man identified as William A. was killed while several others were injured after a fatal two-vehicle collision at an intersection in Merced County on Friday night, October 1st.

The deadly collision occurred at the intersection of Highway 152 and Palm Avenue at approximately 8:38 p.m. A southbound 2018 Kenworth two-axle big rig was hauling a set of double trailers carrying tomatoes was traveling on Palm Avenue when the driver attempted to cross eastbound Highway 152.

Meanwhile, an eastbound 2021 Toyota Camry driving on Highway 152 swerved to the left to avoid the 2018 Kenworth big rig. Unfortunately, the Toyota crashed into the middle of the number two trailer and became wedged underneath.

The 2018 Kenworth big rig driver, who was identified as 51-year-old Pedro R., immediately pulled to the highway’s right shoulder and called 911. A passenger in the right-rear seat of the Toyota sustained minor injuries and was rushed to Memorial Hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, Ainsworth, who was also a passenger in the Toyota, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Another person sustained significant injuries and was rushed to Memorial Hospital in Modesto for treatment. The big rig driver was uninjured in the mishap. Drugs and alcohol were not suspected to be factors in the crash. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

The number of Americans killed or wounded in car accidents has risen drastically in recent years. The NSC estimates that 38,000 Americans lost their lives in car accidents in 2019 across the country. Every day, California’s large and congested highways experience multiple car accidents. Annually, numerous people lose their lives as a result of speeding and trucking accidents in California.

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), 3,563 people died in car accidents last year in California. Many people are dealing with grief and sudden loss as a result of these fatal incidents in California. Car accidents occur for various reasons, the most common of which include intoxicated or distracted driving, speeding, and drivers who disregard traffic laws in general.

Merced County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Two-Vehicle Crashes

If you’ve just suffered the loss of a loved one in a car accident, you are most likely overwhelmed with grief and sorrow that you are probably confused about what steps you should take next. Adjusting and reestablishing your life will require effort and time; there are no quick fixes.

Many families who have lost a loved one in a car accident feel that talking with a sympathetic fatal accident lawyer is a helpful step. Medical expenditures, funeral costs, pain and suffering of the deceased, and loss of companionship will be covered by the liable party under the wrongful death claim.

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