Los Angeles County, CA: Three Children Injured in Fatal Santa Clarita Crash
Los Angeles County, California (March 5, 2018): Authorities are conducting an active investigation into a fatal rear-end crash on 5 Freeway in Santa Clarita, CA, on Saturday morning, March 3, 2018. Only limited information has been made available while the investigation remains open.
Officials believe the crash happened just before 10:00 a.m. when one of the vehicles rear-ended the other in the southbound lanes of 5 Freeway near Calgrove Boulevard, just north of Highway 14 in Santa Clarita. While the precise manner in which the accident unfolded has not been made clear, the vehicles involved have been identified as a tan Mercedez-Benz SUV and a gray Chevrolet sedan. The force of the collision caused one of the vehicles to lose control and crash into the center median. The lanes were closed for more than four hours while officials investigated and cleared the area.
The total number of people involved or injured in the collision is unclear. One female was pronounced dead and three child occupants in the same vehicle were transported to a nearby hospital with undescribed injuries. An 8-year-old boy was said to be in critical condition. No further updates or additional details have been provided at this time.
The Los Angeles Injury Group would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of the deceased and we offer our prayers for the full and complete recovery of all of those injured in this tragic accident. Motor vehicle crashes continue to be a leading cause of death and injury across the United States, and the burdens imposed on victims can be substantial. Our thoughts are with all of those struggling through this difficult time right now and we encourage all victims to take advantage of any relief that may be available under the laws of their state.
If you or your loved ones have victims of a motor vehicle crash, California law may give you the right to recover monetary compensation for your pain, loss, and expenses. Call the Los Angeles Injury Group at 310-954-7248 and schedule a free consultation to review your case and explore your options with one of our skilled and professional motor vehicle crash attorneys today.
