Collision on Santa Fe Avenue in Merced involving Garbage Truck and Car
A garbage truck and car collided near the railroad tracks in Merced County, California. The crash took place at the intersection of Franklin Road and Santa Fe Avenue, as reported by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) on Thursday morning. The incident, which occurred around 8:13 a.m., involved a big rig and a black Chevrolet Cavalier, with one vehicle, the garbage truck, coming to a stop approximately 30 feet from the tracks. Emergency responders, including firefighters, Riggs Ambulance, and railroad personnel, were dispatched to the scene, along with AG Towing for vehicle removal. While the number of injuries is unknown, medical units were on their way at 8:16 a.m. The CHP is investigating the cause of the collision. If you have legal questions related to this incident, reach out to Attorney James Johnson at Johnson Attorneys Group at 1-800-208-3538 for assistance.
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