Head-On Crash With a Semi-Truck Leaves 1 Dead and 1 Injured on South Avenue [Corning, CA]

1 Man Dead After a Head-On Car Accident in Corning

 
Corning, California (March 25, 2020) – California Highway Patrol in its press release last Monday reported a head-on crash between a 2011 Nissan Altima and a 2015 Mack semi-truck on Sunday, March 21.
 
The semi-truck, carrying a tanker trailer loaded with diesel, was heading westbound on South Avenue.
 
Richard L. Murphy, 64, was driving the truck when he crashed with a Nissan Altima, head-on.
 
It was around 10:30 in the evening when the Nissan driver was going eastbound on South Avenue. The driver drifted into the westbound lane, causing the head-on crash with Murphy in the semi-truck.
 
Eventually, both vehicles blocked the roadway of South Avenue.
 
Responders pronounced the Nissan driver dead on the scene, while Murphy acquired only minor injuries.
 
The release said it is still unclear whether alcohol or drugs factored into the crash.
 
Furthermore, both drivers were confirmed to be wearing seatbelts, and were not carrying any passengers.
 
The case is still active and on-going. People are being asked to cooperate with the CHP if they have any information relevant to the investigation.
 
The CHP’s non-emergency line can be reach thru 1-800-835-5247 or the CHP Red Bluff Area Office at 527-2034.
 

---

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim of the crash on South Avenue. We at Sweet Lawyers wish them courage and comfort in this trying time.

---

If you or your loved ones have been a victim of wrongful death, do not hesitate to reach us through (800) 203-3061. We have our team of expert lawyers that can help you achieve and regain the justice and compensation that your family deserves. Contact us for a free consultation at a location near you. Conveniently, we are available to chat 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.