Early this morning a horrific crash in Ontario left 5 young men dead after a rollover. According to KTLA news, the accident reportedly happened at about 1:40 a.m. when the driver ran a red light on Haven Avenue south of Creekside Drive. The vehicle flipped and ultimately came to rest in the backyard of a home. One of the five occupants was ejected from the Nissan, and he was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. The four occupants who remained the in the car during the accident were all pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe that alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash.
See the KTLA news story HERE.
The cause of this tragic crash will undoubtedly be investigated thoroughly by the responsible police agency. Unfortunately, at this moment, it would appear to be a solo vehicle accident likely resulting from the driver's intoxication or other impairment. A late night/early morning crash without an obvious cause, especially one involving a relatively young driver, is often presumed to be the result of drug or alcohol use. A toxicology screen on the driver and a detailed accident reconstruction will enable the investigators to make a determination of the cause. Regardless, this accident ended the lives of 5 young men way too early, and it can only be described as heartbreaking for their families.
Compensation for the victims of automobile accidents involving intoxicated or otherwise impaired drivers should be an important concern for everyone. When an impaired driver causes a crash and lives are lost, like the accident above, he or she should be held accountable. An Orange County wrongful death lawyer with experience at handling pedestrian accident cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has more than 21 years of experience handling auto accident cases, including those caused by impaired drivers. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a family member been the victim of a serious or fatal automobile accident?
Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above. This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.
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