71-Year-Old Killed in Collision Involving Dump Truck
A Sacramento resident was killed in a collision involving a dump truck on Saturday, May 14th.
Reports included that the accident took place at the intersection of Florin and Power Inn Road.
A sedan and dump truck collided for unknown reasons.
Two people suffered serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Sadly, 71-year-old Hamuoi Eckel succumbed to her injuries later and died.
Investigators worked at the scene for several hours to piece together all the details of the accident.
Further details will be provided once an investigation is concluded.
JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Hamuoi Eckel.
Tips for after accident procedures:
- Always stop at the scene
- Call 911 if there are any injuries
- Get vehicle to safety if it is moveable, if it is not, put on hazards
- Exchange information with others involved and document everything
- Call 911 to report accident – they determine who was at fault
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.
If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.
