Middletown, CA – Fatal Collision on Highway 29 near Grange Road

Middletown, CA – (November 25, 2018) – A head-on collision killed one person and seriously injured another Saturday night in Middletown. The accident took place around 10:30 pm on Highway 29 near Grange Road.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a truck and another unidentified vehicle were traveling on Highway 29 approaching Grange Road, when one of the vehicles lost control and collided head-on into the other. Responding paramedics rushed to the injured victims and attempted to revive one of them before pronouncing one person dead at the scene. Another victim was extricated and transported to a hospital with serious injuries. Highway 29 was shut down for several hours following the collision.

At this time, this accident is under investigation.

Our prayers are with the family of the deceased victim. We can’t begin to understand the pain they are feeling as they grieve the loss of their loved one. We wish them courage and strength during this time of sorrow.

Multi-Vehicle Accidents in California

Traffic accidents in California are a widespread problem for drivers. A recent study indicates distracted driving plays a role in 80% of traffic accidents that occur in the state. The same source notes that many forms of distracted driving are legal such as using a hands-free cell phone. Drivers continue these dangerous habits because they do not fully appreciate the risk factor. Forensic crews will analyze a multitude of factors in an effort to determine who was at fault.

If someone you love was injured or died as a result of a preventable traffic accident caused by another driver, you need to contact an experienced attorney that will fight for your family. At the Brady Law Group, we have a trusted and qualified team of litigators that will go the extra mile to ensure you are compensated in full for your losses. Call us today at 866) 211-2562 for a no-cost free consultation.

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