(Lancaster, CA) A tragic car accident took the life of a 15-year-old boy named Tramir Peyton on Friday, December 20.
The collision happened at 20th Street East and Avenue K in Lancaster around 5:30 p.m. Reports state that a motorist in a Dodge Charger was entering the eastbound lanes of Avenue K as a motorist in a Lexus crashed into him.
The impact pushed the Lexus into the westbound lanes, where a Nissan Rogue heading westbound struck the vehicle.
Peyton was reportedly a passenger in the Lexus. He was tragically pronounced deceased at the scene.
The crash investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the accident is encouraged to call investigators at the Lancaster Sheriff Station.
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of this young man. We know this is an extraordinarily difficult time as you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. If you have any questions about navigating the legal process surrounding this situation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime. We are here day and night, ready to ease the burden of this overwhelming and terrible event.
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Liability in a Lancaster Car Accident
It’s unclear what caused this accident at this time, but speeding is a top factor in causing California car accidents. Speeding, as all motorists are aware, is a surefire way to make driving more dangerous for you, your passengers, and the cars around you.
California has what is called its “basic speed law,” which is a very straightforward law that says motorists must always drive at a “reasonable” speed based on road conditions. The law reads:
“No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.”
Always make sure to follow the speed limit, and adjust your speed based on road conditions, weather conditions, and any other unusual factors. Getting to your destination a little bit faster is not worth the risk of speeding.
