[07-30-2021] Yolo County, CA – Police Officer Hurt After a Two-Vehicle Crash in Woodland

A Woodland police officer was struck while sitting inside her vehicle in Woodland on Friday morning, July 30.

The crash took place on Interstate 5 near County Road 113 in Woodland at approximately 12:45 a.m. A Woodland police officer was responding to a report of a person lighting a fire in the area. The officer then parked their vehicle in a traffic lane as the Woodland fire crew attempted to put out the fire.

As the officer was sitting in their vehicle, an inattentive driver suddenly struck their vehicle. Due to the severity of the impact, the officer’s vehicle crashed into a guardrail and side-swept a fire truck. The officer sustained minor injuries in the mishap and was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The driver that struck the officer’s vehicle remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment.

The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. The California Highway Patrol is further investigating the factors that may have caused the collision to occur.

Major Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Car accidents happen more than they should. The Traffic Safety Facts released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that there were an estimated 6.3 million police-reported crashes last year. These accidents caused the injuries of 2.44 million individuals on roads all across America. In this case, the crash was caused by a distracted driver.

Distracted driving has quickly become one of the most serious public health risks facing road users across the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that over three thousand victims died due to distracted drivers in 2019. In California, car accidents are one of the leading causes of injury deaths. California had over 3,304 fatal car accidents in 2017, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Yolo County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Major Two-Vehicle Collisions

For victims of major car accidents, physical pain and post-traumatic stress can last a lifetime. The victims may experience a great deal of stress and confusion due to looming bills and other financial obligations. Victims of car accidents are encouraged to pursue a personal injury claim with the help of an experienced attorney while waiting for the official investigation results.

Attorneys have access to resources that can assist them in proving the liable party’s negligence. They will vigorously defend their client’s rights and best interests while also ensuring that the negligent party is held accountable. Attorneys can also represent their clients in negotiations with insurance companies to ensure that they are fairly compensated.

Our attorneys from Arash Law know how to pursue compensation for collision-related injuries. If you have suffered burns, broken bones, a brain injury, a spinal cord injury, or other damages, speak with our attorneys. It’s only a phone call away from getting back on track. Call (888) 488-1391 as soon as possible.