Crippling 2-Vehicle Collision on Highway 50 Injures 12 People [El Dorado County, CA]

Multiple Injuries Reported in El Dorado County Auto Accident on Highway 50 and Bridal Veil Falls

EL DORADO COUNTY, CA (April 12, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, a crippling 2-vehicle collision on Highway 50 injured 12 people.

The El Dorado County Fire Protection District and Cal Fire Amador-El Dorado Unit firefighters came to the scene, east of Pollock Pines at around 12:15 p.m.

Then, they determined that the two vehicles, a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe and a 2021 Hyundai Palisade, had a total of 12 occupants.

A 46-year-old passenger from San Francisco suffered major injuries and was airlifted to an area trauma center for treatment. Then, four other injured passengers were in stable condition and transported by ambulance.

Meanwhile, the remaining seven passengers suffered minor injuries and received treatment at the scene.

El Dorado County Fire officials confirmed that the Hyundai sustained major damage. Meanwhile. the Chevrolet had overturned upside down during the collision.

Meanwhile, officers took almost an hour and a half to clear the roadway. Officers confirmed that occupants of both vehicles were visiting the region from the Bay Area.

The CHP’s Placerville office handles the crash investigation.

What’s Next after Crippling 2-Vehicle Collision on Highway 50

 
It is important to drive defensively/abide by all driving laws. By doing so, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.

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