On November 5th, at around 9:45 am, Folsom police and fire departments responded to a 911 call for a single-car auto accident on Glenn Drive and Folsom Boulevard. When police arrived on the scene, officers found a Granite Bay man in a single-car accident. Witnesses reported that a red Toyota Tacoma driver collided with a light pole after exiting another nearby roadway and failing to stop at a red light. The driver suffered a head injury during the crash. According to witnesses, his condition deteriorated quickly, and by the time emergency responders arrived, he was pronounced dead on the scene. The man was later identified as Theodore Allegra, 62, of Granite Bay. Folsom police later issued a statement thanking the citizens who called in and assisted the police and emergency responders in their efforts to help the driver.
Auto Accidents and Head Injury
Suffering a head injury after a car accident is quite a common occurrence. Head injuries from car accidents can range from bruises and lacerations to severe concussions or even a fractured skull or facial bones. The severity of these head injuries can drastically impact the health and well-being of those drivers involved in these accidents. If you are involved in a car accident and have suffered a head injury or witnessed another individual suffer a head injury, here are some tips to help ensure that these types of injuries are addressed and handled safely.
- Keep the person still. If an individual suffers a head or brain injury, it’s essential to keep them still to avoid the potential of causing even more damage to their brain. The injured person should lie down and remain still with their head and shoulders slightly elevated. Avoid moving the injured party if possible and avoid moving any movement of their neck.
- Stop any external bleeding. Apply firm pressure to any wounds that are bleeding with clean gauze or a clean rag. If you suspect a skull fracture, do not apply pressure to this area.
- Monitor the injured person for changes in alertness or slowed breathing. If the injured person shows signs of lack of blood flow and circulation, no apparent breathing, or no signs of movement, begin performing CPR.
This accident was a tragic loss of life, and our condolences go out to the victim’s family. It’s essential to remember that while most car accidents resulting in a loss of life involve two parties, you must be cautious even as a lone driver because even one small error can have drastic consequences.
If you or a loved one has suffered a severe personal injury due to a car accident, you may be entitled to legal compensation for your injuries or death. To take advantage of your FREE no-obligation consultation, give our expert Folsom car accident attorneys at Eason and Tambornini a call at (916) 438-1819 or visit our website to chat directly with an attorney.
