Several People Injured in Atascadero Multi-Vehicle Accident on 13500 Highway 41
ATASCADERO, CA (September 6, 2021) – Sunday morning, a three-vehicle crash on 13500 Highway 41 led to injuries.
According to reports, the crash happened at around 10:18 a.m. in the 13500 block of Highway 41. Moreover, the Atascadero Police Department and Atascadero Fire and Emergency Services came to the scene.
Meanwhile, witnesses revealed that a Silver Subaru driver intentionally veered into the lane to cause a head-on crash.
Before the incident, the CHP received reports of the Subaru driver. According to reports, the driver “had been driving recklessly and into opposing traffic in what appeared to be an attempt to cause head-on collisions.”
Meanwhile, several people received treatment for their injuries. Then, ambulances transported them to the hospital.
Moreover, responders took the Subaru driver to a hospital with major injuries.
The authorities urged anyone with information about the incident to call Investigations Sgt. Jeff Wilshusen at 805-461-5051.
Also, the Atascadero Police Department investigates the incident as a case of assault with a deadly weapon.
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
Moving Forward in a Multi-Vehicle Accident
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath.
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that the crash on 13500 Highway 41 may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you have been involved in a dangerous multi-vehicle accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.