San Martin Accident on Fitzgerald Avenue Injures 2
San Martin, California (September 25, 2021) – One person was hurt following a head-on collision on a highway in San Martin Thursday morning.
The California Highway Patrol said the wrong-way crash took place on Fitzgerald Avenue near Santa Teresa Boulevard at approximately 9:55 a.m.
A 2017 black Nissan Pathfinder moving the wrong way collided with a 2005 gold Toyota Sienna head-on in the morning hours.
Due to the impact, the Nissan acquired major front-end damage.
San Martin Head-On Accident
One person, whose name was not revealed, was transported to the Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center for treatment of moderate injuries. A second party survived with minor injuries and was rushed to the St. Louise Regional Hospital for medication.
The detectives handling the case are gathering more evidence to determine the cause of the accident.
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.