Sacramento Crash Injures Three, Including Child

Fulton–Marconi Avenue Crash in Sacramento Injures Two Adults and Young Child: What Drivers Should Know and How Avian Law Group Can Help

Initial Reports and Location Details

On Sunday afternoon, November 23, 2025, a two-vehicle collision in Sacramento injured three people, including a 5-year-old boy. The crash occurred at approximately 1:45 PM near the intersection of Fulton Avenue and Marconi Avenue, specifically just south of Marconi. According to initial information from the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the collision involved a sedan traveling south in the No. 1 lane and an SUV attempting to enter southbound Fulton Avenue from a parking lot on the east side of the roadway.

What Happened at the Scene

Preliminary reports indicate that traffic in the No. 2 lane had already slowed or come to a stop before the collision. As the SUV attempted to turn into the southbound lanes, the sedan—traveling at about 40 mph in the No. 1 lane—broadsided the SUV on the driver’s side. Emergency responders from local agencies arrived to assess and treat injuries, and both vehicles were later cleared from the roadway to restore traffic flow.

Injuries Reported

- The woman driving the SUV sustained injuries described as moderate and was transported to a nearby hospital.
- A 5-year-old boy riding in the back seat of the sedan also suffered moderate injuries and was taken to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.
- Another adult involved reported pain at the scene and was later transported to a hospital as a precaution.

Authorities reported that none of the occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of impact. Investigators noted that this may have contributed to the severity of the injuries sustained. No further updates on the patients’ conditions were immediately available.

Right-of-Way and Potential Contributing Factors

When a vehicle exits a driveway or parking lot and enters a public roadway in California, the driver must yield the right-of-way to traffic approaching close enough to constitute an immediate hazard. In many cases, this rule is central to determining fault when a turning or merging movement intersects with through-traffic. Side-impact collisions (T-bone crashes) at or near intersections or driveways are common when sight lines are obstructed, traffic patterns are complex, or a driver misjudges the speed of oncoming vehicles.

Investigators typically consider several factors in collisions like this one:
- Right-of-way compliance when entering a roadway from private property or a driveway
- Speed and following distance of approaching vehicles
- Traffic flow differences between adjacent lanes (e.g., No. 2 lane stopped, No. 1 lane moving)
- Visibility, including parked or stopped vehicles that may conceal oncoming traffic
- Use of seat belts and child restraint systems
- Roadway design and signage
- Potential distraction or impairment (no such allegations were reported at the time of this writing)

This serious collision near Fulton and Marconi Avenues highlights the complex risks present whenever vehicles merge from private property into fast-moving traffic. With three people injured—including a young child—the consequences of a single misjudgment or moment of inattention can be life-altering. As investigators continue reviewing right-of-way issues, traffic flow differences between lanes, and the role of seat belt use, the victims and their families face an overwhelming period of medical treatment, uncertainty, and financial strain.

In cases like this, determining fault often requires a detailed analysis of driver behavior, roadway conditions, visibility, and compliance with California’s traffic laws. Even preliminary facts—such as one lane being stopped while an adjacent lane remained in motion—can complicate the evaluation of liability. For injured victims, understanding their rights early is essential, particularly when insurance companies may attempt to shift blame or minimize compensation.

At Avian Law Group, our attorneys are experienced in handling complex intersection and driveway-entry collisions, including those involving injuries to children. We conduct thorough investigations, work with accident reconstruction experts when needed, and advocate aggressively to ensure our clients receive the medical support and financial recovery they deserve.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a collision at or near an intersection or driveway, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Our team is here to protect your rights, uncover the truth, and guide you every step of the way toward justice and recovery.