Beatriz Leon and 1 Other Airlifted after Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 140 [Merced, CA]

Marie Leon and 2 Others Hospitalized after Traffic Collision near Quinley Avenue

 
MERCED, CA (June 8, 2019) – Three people sustained injuries in a two-vehicle crash near Quinley Avenue, Saturday afternoon.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident happened at about 12:35 PM. For unknown reasons, a westbound Toyota 2008 RAV 4 attempted to make a left turn into a private driveway. There, it collided with an eastbound 2005 Chevy Astro van on Highway 140.
 
Emergency crews airlifted the Toyota driver, identified as 20-year-old Judith Sandoval, and a passenger in a van, identified as 53-year-old Beatriz Leon, to a hospital with minor to moderate injuries. Meanwhile, a ground ambulance transported the van driver, identified as 38-year-old Marie Leon, to Merced Medical Center.
 
Investigators ruled out alcohol and drugs as factors in the crash.
 
It is important to always be alert when behind the wheel of a car, truck, or bus. Stay within the speed limit, and follow the rules of the road to prevent any dangerous accidents. Always keep an eye out for possible road hazards and stay on guard.

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