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A fatal car accident that killed three in Colma, California early May 27 has perplexed police officers, as they are still trying to figure out how the accident happened. The force of the crash split a green Mustang driven by Paul Michael Dias in half. Police say three of the four people in the Mustang… read more
It has become a sad expectation that there will be an increase in car accidents during Memorial Day weekend. It becomes even more tragic when five high school students lose their lives and add to a growing statistic of fatal car accidents on Memorial Day. Five high school friends were on their way to the… read more
According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 1.7 million people are affected by some form of traumatic brain injury. These injuries range from severe disabilities to mild concussions, but a professor from Duke University, Dr. Chay Kuo, is offering new hope for victims. Dr. Kuo is performing tests with cells called astrocytes that… read more
Savannah Nash’s first outing with her new license turned into a fatal vehicle accident. On May 17, in Harrisonville, Montana, 16-year-old Nash received permission to drive solo to the grocery store. On her way to the store, she attempted to make a left-hand turn across traffic when she was hit on the driver side by… read more
A new report from the National Safety Council (NSC) indicates that the number of car accidents caused by distracted drivers using their cell phones has been grossly underreported. The report indicates that 59 percent of the total number of fatal crashes involved cell phones, however researchers believe the number should be much higher. How Did… read more
An alleged failure to stop at a stop sign cost a 51-year-old Howell, New Jersey man his life on May 3. David Pszczola was headed west on East Aldrich Road in a 2001 Chevrolet van when he was struck on the passenger side by driver Ada Borda-Urban, driving a 2008 Honda Accord. The result of… read more
Colorado and Wyoming were hit with another round of spring snowstorms this month causing a number of car accidents, including one that involved a fire truck. The snow caused power outages to about 9,000 homes in Fort Collins, Colorado and about 38,000 homes in Greeley, Colorado. Most residents said they were unprepared for such a… read more
If you have never been in a car accident, you may be witness to one someday. Eyewitnesses are extremely important when it comes to car accidents. They are usually the first to call authorities, administer first aid, and give accounts as to what actually happened. The importance of being prepared could help you save a… read more
On April 22, 29-year-old Jesse G. Ricks was traveling on Interstate 25, about 40 miles north of Casper, Wyoming, when he lost control of his car, went off the right side of the roadway, and rolled his vehicle over twice down a steep embankment. A witness to the crash pulled over to help, but Ricks… read more
Police are on high alert when it comes to patrolling the La Plata Highway near the New Mexico – Colorado border due to a sudden increase in car accidents. The most recent accident occurred on April 24 and was the third fatal car crash within the past four months in the area. Daniel Murray, 30,… read more
