2 Hurt in Fresno Auto Accident on Millerton Road near Friant Road
FRESNO, CA (March 17, 2021) – On Tuesday morning, two people sustained injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Millerton Road near Friant Road.
According to California Highway Patrol, a vehicle carrying two people, a man, and a woman, traveled on Millerton Road. As the vehicle traveled between Friant and Auberry, it veered off the road and collided with a large rock.
Furthermore, responders had to extricate the two victims trapped inside the vehicle.
Moreover, paramedics transported the woman to Community Regional Medical Center in downtown Fresno via helicopter.
Also, the events leading to the crash are still unknown, and that the two victims were not wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash.
Meanwhile, officers found drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle.
The crash closed Millerton Road for several hours while clearing operation is ongoing.
Driving a car may seem like a commonplace event, but it is one of the most dangerous things you will ever do. Thus, it’s always best to focus on the task at hand. Put all distractions away, be careful around other travelers, and keep a safe distance from other vehicles around you. By being a defensive driver, you can minimize the risk of a car accident.
The Importance of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
It is important to make sure you are covered in case you find yourself in a severe collision. Hiring a personal injury lawyer is the best way to protect yourself and your rights in the case of an unexpected incident.
“Having an experienced attorney fighting on your behalf at such a delicate time in your life will make all the difference,” says Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
If interested in filing a claim for an auto accident case, call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852. Our firm specializes in personal injury, wrongful deaths, disability, and car accidents. Moreover, we know that a car accident can set you back financially, as well as cause you distress and trauma. Furthermore, we vow to stay on your side the entire way through your legal battle. For your convenience, you can also reach us through online chat and email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.