1 Killed After Prunedale Car Accident on Highway 101 near State Route 156
Prunedale, California (August 30, 2022) – According to a local news report, one person was killed and five others injured after a car accident early Sunday morning in Prunedale.
The accident occurred at around 1:54 a.m. on August 28, on southbound Highway 101 near State Route 156.
Per the report, the driver of the 2002 Lexus, that was earlier disabled on the roadway, and his passengers were trying to push the car to the shoulder of the highway when a 1999 Dodge Ram hit them. The Dodge reportedly failed to slow down as it approached the stalled Lexus.
The impact of the crash sent the Lexus driver to the traffic lanes and was run over by an oncoming patrol car.
Fire officials and medics responded to the scene. The medics attempted to perform CPR on the Lexus driver, but their efforts were unsuccessful. The driver, only identified as a 22-year-old man from San Martin, was declared dead at the scene.
The Lexus passengers, the Monterey County Sheriff's Officer, and two Dodge passengers suffered injuries in the accident. They were transported to the hospital for treatment.
Further details regarding this accident were not provided.
The incident remains under investigation.
Back to School Safety Month
August is Back to School safety month. Slow down and look out for students in school zones.
As children head back to school drivers, cyclists, and motorcyclists are reminded to be extra careful while driving through school zones.
“Please drive like it is your child, grandchild, niece or nephew walking or riding their bike to school,” Riverside Sheriff Department Southwest Station- Deputy Opice said. “Pick-up and drop-off times can be hectic, but it's important to be patient and stay safe as children are getting to and from school.”
Tips on how to stay safe around schools
- Follow speed limit
- Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to turn
- Parents and drivers should follow school policies and procedures for picking up and dropping off students
- Stop for school buses and watch for students rushing to catch or exit the buses.
- Parents should teach the children walking or riding to and from school how to cross the road safely such as looking both ways before crossing the street, crossing at marked crosswalks, and using available sidewalks.
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