A solo car crash on Highway 99 in Tulare County, California, left a 39-year-old man hospitalized with major injuries early Saturday morning. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that they were called to the scene just before 1:30 a. m. The man was driving a Chevy Colorado southbound when the vehicle overturned and landed on its roof. Emergency services airlifted him to Kaweah Health Medical Center for treatment.

Investigators suggest that alcohol may have been a contributing factor in the crash, prompting a closer look at the circumstances surrounding the incident. The CHP continues to investigate the crash to gather more information and determine the exact cause. This accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with impaired driving and the critical importance of road safety. Local residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to safe driving practices to avoid such tragic events.