SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- Three people were injured in a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Hook Boulevard and Amargosa Road, Victorville Daily Press reported. The accident occurred on Tuesday at about 2:40 p.m. in the city of Victorville, when a Jeep ran a red light and struck an SUV that was making a left turn onto Hook Boulevard from Amargosa Road. The impact of collision caused the SUV to hit another vehicle that was also making a left turn. Following the accident, the driver of the Jeep was airlifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, the driver of the SUV was transported to Victor Valley Community Hospital, and the other driver declined medical treatment. The names and the conditions of all three drivers were not immediately available.
Cause of the Victorville Car Crash
The three-vehicle accident remains under investigation by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. However, based on the information that was provided by the Victorville Daily Press, it was not known why the driver of the Jeep failed to stop at the light. Therefore, police officials investigating this terrible accident will look at a variety of factors that include, distracted driving through the use of a cellphone, eating, and even changing the radio station, vehicle malfunctions, and other negligent or reckless actions by the driver of the Jeep.
Car Accident Personal Injury Liability
In situations such as the one, where the driver of the Jeep may likely be at fault, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a skilled and competent San Bernardino auto accident lawyer. In the event, where the victim decides to pursue a personal injury claim, a knowledgeable attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and best course of action to be compensated for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this car accident.
Sources: Victorville Daily Press
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