4 Injured in Chula Vista Crash on Orange Avenue
Chula Vista, California (September 11, 2021) – Multiple injuries were reported in a chain-reaction collision on Saturday afternoon in Chula Vista, according to authorities.
Just after noon Saturday, authorities said a white truck driver traveling west on Orange Avenue became distracted when he looked up at the red light and collided with a red Toyota.
The crash caused a chain-reaction involving four other vehicles that were stopped at the red light.
4 Hurt in Chula Vista Collision on Orange Avenue
Four people were hospitalized following the accident. A 12-year-old boy who was a passenger in the red car was hospitalized with a compound wrist fracture.
The crash caused a closure of westbound Orange Avenue at Melrose Avenue as authorities worked at the scene.
The crash remained under investigation.
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.
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