Two-Vehicle Crash Kills One in Vallejo
Vallejo Police Department (VPD) officers said a fatal car accident occurred in the city on Friday, February 8, 2018. The accident left one person with fatal injuries. The fatally injured party has only been identified as a 70-year-old man from Vallejo. Solano County officials say they are waiting to release the man’s full identity and will do so after his family is notified. According to reports, one other person suffered minor injuries during the crash. This person was identified as a 41-year-old Vallejo woman. My sympathy is extended to all mourning the loss of their loved ones after this tragic crash.
Collision Details
Police say that the accident took place at about 8:13 p.m. At this time, officers received a call reporting an injury crash on Sonoma Boulevard north of Lewis Brown Road. Callers reported that the crash involved two vehicles that struck each other on the southbound side of Sonoma Boulevard.
After an initial investigation, VPD reported that a white 2000 Saturn sedan had been driving north on Sonoma when it suddenly drifted to the left and crossed over into oncoming lanes of traffic. The Saturn traveled a short distance before it was struck by a 1999 Dodge Durango. The Durango struck the Saturn head-on, crashing into the vehicle’s passenger side.
Response
Police arrived at the scene of the crash shortly after it took place. Emergency responders found that the driver of the Saturn had sustained severe injuries. The man was removed from his vehicle and transported by ambulance to a nearby emergency trauma center. However, he could not be stabilized and tragically died shortly after arriving at the hospital.
The driver of the Dodge reportedly remained at the collision scene and cooperated with investigating officers. Police stated that she suffered minor injuries during the accident.
Investigation
An investigation into this accident is being conducted by VPD. Police report looking into multiple factors that could have been involved in the crash. However, no suspected factors have been identified. People with information about the crash have been asked to contact VPD to report what they know. Callers should use the non-emergency number (707) 648-4011 and speak to Officer Waylon Boyce regarding cases 19-1642.
Another Recent Crash
This collision marks the second fatal vehicle accident in Vallejo in 2019. The first accident occurred on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, and involved a vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian was left with fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Sonoma Boulevard and Broadway Street.
Police are also asking for public assistance in investigating this accident. Callers can use the number above and should speak with Officer Kenneth Trimble regarding case 19-868.
YouTube Video from Ed Smith – Wrongful Death Damages
Many people are unsure how they will be able to pay for damages related to wrongful death accidents. To learn more about this topic, you can watch this informative video. However, getting advice about specific cases from an experienced Vallejo wrongful death lawyer is always best.
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