1 Hospitalized after Watsonville Accident at Green Valley Road and Dick Phelps Road
Watsonville, California (September 22, 2021) – A Watsonville accident involving a black Chevrolet pickup truck and a red Lexus sedan at an intersection in Watsonville Tuesday morning sent one person to the hospital.
The major injury crash took place in the area of Green Valley and Dick Phelps roads at approximately 5:39 a.m.
Although the California Highway Patrol did not immediately establish how the collision occurred at the Watsonville intersection, the Lexus acquired major front-end damage.
Major Injury Watsonville Car Accident
One person, whose identity was not revealed, suffered major injuries following the crash. The patient was attended to by paramedics before being rushed to the Watsonville Community Hospital for further medication.
The collision resulted in the closure of Green Valley at Dick Phelps for about two hours.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it's not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.