One person was killed, and another was injured following a fiery three-vehicle collision near Agua Dulce, Los Angeles County, on early Friday morning, June 14, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened at around 1:21 a.m. on the northbound 14 freeway and the Escondido Canyon Road off-ramp.
Authorities stated that one of the vehicles involved crashed into the back of a tow truck. Upon the arrival of the police, an occupant of the vehicle was found underneath the truck and pronounced dead at the scene. The name, age, and gender of the deceased were not immediately known as of writing.
Another person was reportedly injured following the incident. They were transported to the hospital in unknown condition for immediate medical care. It is unclear whether that person is the driver or the passenger of one of the involved vehicles.
All lanes of the northbound freeway were closed for several hours while the responding officials conducted further investigations.
Additional details on the incident have yet to be released by the authorities. Police work is underway.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.