When a crash occurs on a highway, it often leads to terrible results given the high speeds at which the vehicles involved were traveling. Tragically, such a notion was reinforced yesterday when a head-on, multiple-vehicle crash killed one unsuspecting driver and injured four others, some of whom were reported to be in serious condition.

According to the Appeal-Democrat:

“A 41-year-old Yuba City woman was killed Monday in a head-on collision in south Sutter County.

The California Highway Patrol identified the victim as Tami Lynnette Young. The three-vehicle collision occurred at 6:25 p.m. on Highway 113 south of Knights Road.

According to a CHP report issued this morning, Young was traveling south when a northbound GMC Yukon driven by Demetrio Gonzalez of Woodland drifted across the centerline and sideswiped a Ford Focus driven by Frances L. Snavely of Robbins before hitting Young’s 2003 Volkswagen Bug head on.

Young’s car left the east side of the highway and came to rest between two mobile homes. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Snavely, 95, had moderate injuries and was airlifted to UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.”

Authorities went on to state that alcohol was being considered as a factor in the crash. If their suspicions turn out to be correct, the driver will face even more substantial criminal liability. In addition, situations like these give rise to civil claims, and if you or someone you love has been injured or worse in such an incident, you need the help of Sacramento auto accidents lawyers who have been successfully fighting for the rights of those wrongfully injured for years. Contact Demas Law Group today to schedule a free initial consultation.