Merced County, CA – One Dead and Three Injured in Fatal Head-On Accident on Shaffer Road

Merced County, CA (January 10, 2019) On the morning of January 10^th, a fatal head-on accident took place at the intersection in Winton, California.

One person lost their life and three additional people were injured in the crash that occurred at approximately 6 am in the morning at the intersection of Mercedes Ave and Shaffer Rd.

According to the reports, and SUV was driving north on Shaffer Rd in thick fog when it tried to pass the car in front of him.  He steered the SUV into the southbound lane to pass the vehicle.  The fog was very thick and he apparently did not see the oncoming vehicle being driven by a man in his mid-sixties.   The two vehicles crashed in a violent fatal head-on collision.

The sixty-five-year-old man lost his life in the tragic crash and was pronounced dead at the scene.  When emergency crews arrived at the scene to help, they found four additional people suffering from injuries and transported them to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries.  The accident is currently under investigation.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the 65-year-old-man who tragically lost his life as a result of this a completely avoidable accident.  Our thoughts are with all of the victims who were injured in this horrific crash and we hope for their complete and swift recoveries.

Head-On Collisions in California

Head-on collisions almost always result in catastrophic injuries and sometimes even death.  They are especially prevalent in bad weather.  Recent studies show that out of the six million accidents that happen every year in the United States, 22 percent of them are weather-related. Studies also show that about 445,000 people are injured every year in accidents caused by bad weather. It’s vital for all drivers to drive responsibly at all times, but especially when it’s raining or snowing outside. When drivers decide to partake in negligent behavior under hazardous weather conditions, they’re putting themselves and others at serious risk.

Once the police finish their investigation, it’s possible that the deceased victim’s family will be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit and that the other injured parties may be qualified to file personal injury lawsuits.

At Brady Law Group, we always have our clients’ best interest in mind, which is why we don’t stop fighting until they’ve received the justice they deserve for all damages and losses. We believe our clients should not be held financially liable for damages they did not cause. If you or someone you know was involved in a vehicle accident, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation today.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.