![[01-13-2025] Passenger Killed, Driver Injured After Rollover Crash in Irwindale](https://ak1.to//lfp1q.webp)
A passenger was killed, and the driver was injured after a Toyota Corolla crashed and overturned in Irwindale early Monday morning, January 13, 2025.
According to the Irwindale Police Department, the crash occurred just before 12:30 a.m. on the southbound lanes of Irwindale Avenue, north of Ornelas Street.
The Corolla struck the western curb and rolled over in front of a business in the 5400 block of Irwindale Avenue.
Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics pronounced the passenger dead at the scene, while the driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the driver and passenger were the only occupants of the vehicle and that no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
