One Killed, Two Injured when SUV Crashes into Starbucks Coffee Shop in Fillmore
VENTURA COUNTY - A 30-year-old man was killed and two others were injured following a horrific crash in Fillmore, Los Angeles Times reported. The fatal incident occurred at about 7 p.m. Tuesday at a Starbucks Coffee shop on A Street and Highway 126. According to the Ventura County Sheriff's Department, the driver of an SUV, off-duty Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy Michael Cederland of Pasadena, may have fell asleep behind the wheel, which then caused his vehicle to slam through the east wall of the coffee shop.
The collision resulted in a man, Fillmore resident Sergio Mendez, to be pinned against the door frame. After the accident, Mendez and two others were taken to Ventura County Medical Center for further treatment. However, Mendez, who suffered serious internal injuries, tragically died during surgery.
Cause of the Fillmore Accident
The accident on December 13th remains under investigation by the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. Based on the information provided by news reports, it appears the driver may be responsible for this fatal incident due to possibly falling asleep while driving. However, authorities will look at other factors that could have caused this collision such as distracted driving, speed, and negligent or reckless actions by the driver.
Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability
In unique and complex accidents such as this one, the injured victims and the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to seek either a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer or wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney who has dealt with similar cases like this, can advise the injured victims and the family of the deceased of their legal rights, and help them obtain the compensation they are entitled to for their injuries or unexpected loss. Compensation in a civil claim can include and are not limited to, funeral and burial costs, medical care expenses, lost wages, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.
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