FONTANA, CA (October 26, 2022) – Three people were killed in a 15 Freeway crash in Fontana Monday night when a driver was headed the wrong way on the road.
The collision involved a 2021 Kia four-door hatchback and a 2016 Honda sedan, although California Highway Patrol officers are still investigating the cause of the crash and it’s unknown which vehicle was driving the wrong way.
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The crash occurred Monday night around 11:40 p.m. when one of the motorists was heading north on the southbound side of the freeway. The two aforementioned cars collided near Sierra Avenue and caused one of the vehicles to erupt into flames. Two people were trapped inside the flaming vehicle.
The two trapped inside the fiery car were pronounced dead on the scene, while a third motorist in the other vehicle was also killed.
Two of the motorists killed in this crash were identified only as residents of Rialto, and the third a 57-year-old from Glendale.
The 15 Freeway remained closed for about 8 hours while officers investigated the crash and debris was cleared from the roadway.
We at Accident News Now offer our deepest condolences to the victims who were tragically killed in this accident.
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Liability In Fontana Car Accidents
Despite improved safety measures for cars, motor vehicle accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the CDC, “more than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million are injured each year from motor vehicle crashes.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a car accident including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Dangerous turns
- Poorly designed roadways
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid causing accidents. This is especially true for commercial drivers that work for a city. A number of collisions are due to drivers that make dangerous left turns. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21801, the driver of any vehicle intending to turn left must yield the right of way traveling from the opposite direction close enough to pose a hazard.
If a negligent driver worked for a city, that city could potentially be liable in the event of an accident. Generally speaking, employers are vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a car accident.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough independent investigation should be conducted.
The family of any victim that has died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is essential that evidence is properly preserved after a car accident. A car accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating the 15 Freeway Fontana Crash
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims tragically killed in this accident and hope they can find peace during this difficult time. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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