Deadly Collision on State Route 41

An unidentified person died in a two-vehicle collision in Oakhurst on Sunday afternoon.

The deadly accident occurred on December 26th at 4:48 p.m. on State Route 41 and Cedar Valley Drive. 

Per CHP, the vehicles collided within the southbound lanes, causing one to overturn 20 feet down a cliff. 

When emergency personnel arrived the other vehicle was smoking.

Sadly, one person died upon impact. Their name is being withheld pending notification of kin. 

An active investigation is underway. 

In 2020, studies showed that the state of California reported 3,723 motor-vehicle deaths which was an increase from 2019. 

In the U.S. one’s odds of dying in a car accident is around 1 in 107. 

Always make sure to wear a seatbelt, obey traffic laws, and avoid distractions while driving.

If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits. 

It is also important to remember that in the state of California a person involved in a car accident who has sustained injuries has to file a claim within two years of the accident. 

If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.