SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A Victorville car crash killed a 30-year-old man early Monday morning, The Press-Enterprise reported. The fatal collision happened just after 1 a.m. when a 2003 Saturn station wagon traveling west on Bear Valley Road failed to stop at a red light and broadsided a 1993 Buick that was making left turn onto Bear Valley Road from Industrial Boulevard.
Following the crash, the driver of the Buick - a 30-year-old Victorville resident - died at the scene due to his injuries. His passenger was reported to have fled the accident, yet it is unknown why he did not wait for authorities and paramedics to arrive. The driver of the Saturn - a 22-year-old Lucerne Valley man - was taken to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.
Liability for Victorville Auto Accidents
Failing to yield at a red light can result to severe collisions, which can then inflict harm to individuals involved. Depending on the size the vehicle and the speed it was traveling, injuries can be so catastrophic that victims may not be able to recover from their injuries. Therefore, while the investigation of this January 29th accident remains ongoing, the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to contact a skilled Victorville accident lawyer. An attorney experienced in wrongful death claims, can advise the family of the rights and ensure they recover the maximum compensation they deserve for funeral and burial expenses, future and anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, support, and companionship.
Sources: The Press-Enterprise, Victorville Daily Press
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