Selma, CA – Semi-Truck and Three Cars Collide along Southbound Highway 43 near Davis Avenue
Selma, CA (July 23, 2018) – Local news sources reported that an accident involving a semi-truck and three cars took place along the southbound lanes of Highway 43 in the vicinity of Davis Avenue. The incident happened at approximately 3:44 PM in the afternoon on Wednesday, July 18, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash has been released.
According to the reports, three cars were traveling down southbound Highway 43 at the same time a semi-truck hauling dirt in a trailer approached. At once, for indeterminate reasons, the truck plowed into the trio of smaller vehicles, causing one car to catch fire. As a result of the violent accident, grass and trees near the highway were burnt. Officials confirmed a black Chevrolet Tahoe received severe damage to the bumper and door on its right side.
Afterward, rescue teams were dispatched to the crash site and rendered aid to an unspecified number of victims. The current physical conditions of these people have not been disclosed.
Later, authorities blocked off both lanes of Highway 43.
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At this time, officials are working hard to determine what forced the semi-truck to collide with the group of three cars on 43. Forensic teams will inspect all four vehicles for mechanical failure and system issues and analyze photos of the crash site. Officials may also consider if DUI, negligence, distraction, or recklessness may have contributed to the events leading up to the crash in any way.
In the event of a massive traffic accident of this sort, the non-guilty injured victims have the choice to pursue personal injury lawsuits. By seeking the assistance of a professional lawyer, these individuals can receive compensation for various inconveniences including painful injuries, vehicle insurance, and medical bills.
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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.
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