Sacramento, CA (April 10, 2024) – On Wednesday night in Sacramento County, three people were injured when a vehicle allegedly ran a stoplight and collided with the California Highway Patrol.

Around 8:00 p.m., the incident occurred near Madison Avenue and Jackson Street in North Highlands. According to CHP, the suspect ran a red light and collided with another vehicle northbound on Jackson Street. After colliding with a second vehicle, they continued driving and pulled over to a nearby parking lot.

CHP stated that a woman in one of the vehicles suffered a broken leg and that a passenger from one of the cars was also hurt and hospitalized. Officials from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District reported that a total of three individuals were transported to the hospital; however, the details surrounding the remaining victims are unknown. No further details were released, but an investigation is ongoing, and citations may be forthcoming, per police.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.

Car Accident Injuries in Sacramento

Constant traffic hazards plague the streets and freeways of Sacramento, which are painfully familiar to the local motorists. A mundane journey to the grocery store or work can change in an instant due to another person’s negligent driving. Ill-advised and distracted motorists cause severe collisions in high-traffic areas across the capital and throughout the Golden State generally.

Fortunately, injury attorney Jeremy Winter, a skilled local counselor, possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the intricacies of auto accident cases. He can assist you in obtaining the compensation you are entitled to following an accident caused by another motorist’s negligence. So that you can focus on your recovery, he will also manage the day-to-day tasks associated with your accident claim, including reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and resolving disputes with insurance companies.

However, in California, accident victims only have two years to bring an injury claim against an at-fault party. Contact the Law Offices of J.G. Winter immediately to avoid losing your opportunity for justice. Call our Sacramento car accident attorneys at 844-705-0431 to arrange a free consultation.

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