Officials say the boy was critically injured when another sedan struck his car at Northbank Court intersection
October 21, 2025 | Stockton, CA
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A 5-year-old boy lost his life in a two-vehicle collision in Stockton, California, early Tuesday morning.
Authorities identified the victim as Bryan Thong, who was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved in the side-impact crash at a local intersection.
Stockton resident Bryan Thong, 5, died from critical injuries in a two-vehicle crash at Pacific Avenue and Northbank Court.
What Happened in the Crash?
Police reports detail a T-bone collision that claimed the life of young Bryan Thong.
The accident unfolded around 12:30 a.m. on Oct. 21 at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Northbank Court.
- Date and Time: Oct. 21, 2025, around 12:30 a.m.
- Location: Pacific Avenue and Northbank Court, Stockton, California
- Vehicles Involved: Two sedans, one broadsided the other
- Occupants: Bryan Thong and a 42-year-old woman in one vehicle, a 25-year-old man in the other
- Outcome: Bryan Thong transported to hospital in critical condition and later died
Why Do These Accidents Happen?
T-bone collisions often result from failures to yield at intersections.
Common factors include running red lights or stop signs, driver distraction, excessive speed, or operating a vehicle while impaired.
Side-Impact Collision Statistics
The National Safety Council reports that side-impact collisions lead to about 8,000 deaths each year in the United States.
Below is a summary of key data on these incidents.
Factor |
Contribution to Side-Impact Crashes |
Annual U.S. Deaths (Approx.) |
|---|
Failure to Yield |
40% |
3,200 |
Driver Distraction |
25% |
2,000 |
Speeding |
20% |
1,600 |
Driving Under Influence |
15% |
1,200 |
Data derived from National Safety Council estimates on side-impact collisions.
Expert Insights
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In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party. Time is of the essence in cases such as this, and the family of a victim must be assured that evidence is reviewed efficiently.
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