Elderly Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 [Madera, CA]

Elderly Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 [Madera, CA]

Elderly Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 [MADERA, CA]

Elderly Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 [Madera, CA]

Multi-Vehicle Crash near Cleveland Avenue Kills Los Banos Man

MADERA, CA (August 19, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a two-vehicle crash on Highway 99 that claimed the life of an elderly man on Tuesday.

Dispatchers responded to the scene around 5:18 p.m., after receiving reports of a serious collision near Cleveland Avenue.

According to reports, an 84-year-old Los Banos man was heading south on the highway when he attempted to avoid a box truck that stopped on the same lane.

As a result, the driver veered right and struck the side of the box truck before coming to a stop and landing in an embankment.

Officer say the 84-year-old Los Banos man died at the scene, due to the extent of his condition.

Meanwhile, the driver of the box truck remained uninjured and stayed at the scene to cooperate with the responding officers.

At this time, Madera County Officials continue to withhold the identities of the involved drivers.

The two-vehicle crash remains under active investigation.


Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.


It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a car crash. Reach out to the wrongful death lawyers at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands that nothing can alleviate the emotional pain of a death of a loved one, but we can help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at (800) 975-3435 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat. Click here to request a police report.


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