![[05-12-2024] Driver Killed, Four People Injured Following Two-Vehicle Crash in Hesperia](https://ak1.to//iBOG0.webp)
A driver was killed, and four people were injured following a two-vehicle crash in Hesperia on Sunday afternoon, May 12, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened around 3:11 p.m. on Rock Springs Road near Glendale Avenue.
Authorities stated that the crash involved two vehicles, including a white older model Toyota Tacoma pickup truck and a white Jeep Renegade. It is unknown what caused the crash.
Firefighters pronounced the driver of the pickup truck dead on the scene. Four occupants of the Jeep sustained minor injuries.
The responding officers conducted a hard road closure for traffic going eastbound along Rock Springs Road and Glendale Road. Westbound remained open for motorists who use the dirt shoulder to driver around the scene.
The cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details will be updated once they become available.
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.
