Tipton, CA – On the morning of Tuesday, April 22, 2025, a two-vehicle collision resulted in at least one fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash occurred around 5:39 AM near the intersection of Road 96 and Avenue 160.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, and the incident was soon classified as a fatal collision. A black GMC pickup truck and a second vehicle were involved.
The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office and local fire personnel coordinated response efforts, and two flatbed tow trucks were requested for vehicle recovery. At least one person was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identities of those involved have not yet been released, and the cause of the collision is under investigation.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
California Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Wrongful Death Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
Martin Gasparian is the founder of Maison Law, a California Personal Injury Law Firm. Martin is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and has been practicing law in California 2004. His practice focuses on helping injury victims know their rights and recover just compensation.
