Woman Hit, Injured by Big Rig on 10 Freeway Near Sunset Avenue [Banning, CA]

Woman Struck by Semi-Truck in Banning

 
BANNING, CA (November 5, 2020)—A woman sustained several injuries Wednesday when a big rig struck her on the 10 Freeway near Sunset Avenue.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 11:10 a.m.
 
CHP officers could not confirm the extent of the woman’s injuries, but they determined the events that took place.
 
According to investigators, the woman—a passenger of the vehicle that had pulled over to the side of the road—tried switching spots with the driver. However, an oncoming semi-truck clipped her, causing her broken bones and other injuries.
 
Soon after, paramedics arrived and took her to Desert Regional Medical Center for treatment.
 
Meanwhile, the truck driver stayed at the scene for questioning.
 
In their examination, officers determined that neither alcohol nor drugs played a factor in the accident.
 
Getting behind-the-wheel may be one of the riskiest things you can do on a daily basis. Whether you operate a car or a semi-truck, it’s important for your safety to keep your eyes on the road. An accident can happen at any given moment, but to prepare yourself for the worst, pay attention and put distractions away.

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