32-Year-Old Francisco J. Tinajero Killed, Ruben Tinajero Seriously Injured After Ford F-250 Pickup and Honda Civic Crashes in Hopland

Hopland, California (June 17, 2020) – 32-year-old Francisco J. Tinajero, of Ukiah, has been identified as the man who died following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 175, near Harrison Street in Hopland Monday morning, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office reported.

The accident happened when a 1999 Ford F-250 pickup operated by 20-year-old Justin Jimenez eastbound on Highway 175 drifted onto the right shoulder and went out of control. Jimenez then crossed over into the westbound lane where he slammed into a 2002 Honda Civic driven by Francisco J. Tinajero westbound on the roadway at approximately 11:35 a.m. June 15.

Due to the impact, the pickup truck overturned and landed on its wheels.

Sadly, Francisco J. Tinajero was declared dead at the crash site. His passenger, 34-year-old Ruben Tinajero, sustained major injuries and was airlifted to Santa Rosa for medication.

Jimenez, a Willits resident, was also rushed to Santa Rosa for treatment of major injuries.

The fatal accident remains under an active investigation.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.