Paso Robles, CA – On the night of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, a two-vehicle collision resulted in one fatality and injuries to multiple individuals, according to The San Luis Obispo Tribune.
The Paso Robles Police Department reports that the accident took place around 9:31 PM at the intersection of Highway 46 East and Mill Road.
Fire and emergency crews extricated a driver and passenger from one of the vehicles involved. Both individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities later confirmed that the driver died from injuries sustained in the crash while receiving medical care.
The other vehicle’s occupants have not yet been identified, and it remains unclear if they suffered injuries.
The cause of the collision is under investigation, and local authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.
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.
