Wrong-way Crash Kills One

• April 28, 2022
• Barnes Admin

Wrong-way Crash Kills One

Rio Vista, CA – One person was killed after a wrong-way collision occurred on Highway 160 at West Sherman Road. The crash happened around 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2022.  

According to police, one driver crossed into the wrong lane and crashed into another vehicle. One driver was killed and the other was transported to the hospital with major injuries.  

Car Accidents 

Head on collisions account for 10% of driving fatalities that occur across the United States each year. In this accident, those injured should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the collision. This includes reviewing:  

• Driver accident history   
• Police accident report    
• Any testing of driver for drugs and alcohol    
• Any history of driver with drugs and alcohol    
• Phone and texting records of the driver    
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident     
• Accident history at this intersection 
• Inspection of roadway conditions    
• Any video of the crash    

When another person’s negligence causes a car accident, the victims may be left with extensive injuries including: 

• Head injuries    
• Back and spine injuries    
• Rib injuries    
• Neck and shoulder injuries    
• And many more…    

Car Accident Attorneys

As one of America’s largest injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in car accidents get the best result possible and have found some common causes of car accidents include: 

• Texting and driving 
• Speeding 
• Distracted driving 
• Aggressive driving 
• Inexperienced driving 
• Fatigue 
• Alcohol or drug involvement 

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact an experienced car accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.     

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.   

Location of Crash – Highway 160 at West Sherman Road