The identity of the man who got injured in a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash got released by the authorities on Tuesday, February 18th. According to the California Highway Patrol, he is Jose Esquivel, 34.

Esquivel got seriously injured on Tuesday morning after he got hit by a car on Highway 101. The injured man was driving a pickup truck on the roadway at about 7:15 a.m. when he noticed a roll of insulation fell from the bed of his co-worker’s truck.

He pulled over on the side of the road and exited his car to help pick up the items. He had barely started the task when a Toyota Camry, driven by Marvin Ralda, of San Rafael, heading south hit him.

Esquivel got taken to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. The CHP is investigating the accident and has not provided any additional information at the time of this report.

Highway accidents are frequent in the state of California. Authorities have advised pedestrians and drivers to always put safety first above all else to prevent fatalities.

When on the highway or freeway, drivers should ensure they are fully alert, and avoid getting behind the wheel if drowsy. When there is traffic congestion or bad weather, motorists should exercise extra care and caution.

Drivers should enter the freeway safely by turning on their signals and obeying traffic signs. They should also stay in a safe lane, drive at the prescribed speed, and leave a reasonable room between other vehicles.

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