![[05-21-2024] One Person Killed, Another Injured Following Fiery Single-Vehicle Crash in Fremont](https://ak1.to//jyJJf.webp)
One person was killed, while another was injured following a fiery single-vehicle crash in Fremont early Tuesday morning, May 21, 2024.
According to the Fremont Police Department, the deadly accident happened at about 12:31 a.m. around the busy intersection of Fremont Boulevard and Thornton Avenue near American High School.
FPD said that a vehicle occupied by two people crashed into a pole and a nearby tree before fully being engulfed in flames. One of the occupants was reportedly pulled from the burning vehicle while the other was trapped inside.
The surviving occupant of the now-burnt car was taken to the hospital after sustaining unspecified injuries. The other was pronounced dead as a result of the incident. Neither of the two people involved were identified as of yet.
All lanes of Fremont Boulevard, from Thornton Avenue to Peralta Boulevard, were closed for several hours as police investigated the scene.
Additional information was not immediately available. The cause of the accident is still 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.
