![[05-25-2024] One Person Killed Following Multi-Vehicle Collision Along I-605 in Los Alamitos](https://ak1.to//I8Qda.webp)
One person was killed following a multi-vehicle collision in Los Alamitos in the early hours of Saturday, May 25, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash happened at about 2:01 a.m. along the northbound side of the San Gabriel River (I-605) Freeway at Katella Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers found several damaged vehicles and a person lying in one of the freeway’s middle lanes. It is unclear how many vehicles or people were involved in the crash at the time of writing.
The still-unnamed victim was declared dead at the scene. The authorities have yet to confirm whether the deceased was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved or a pedestrian who got caught up in the accident. There were no other injuries reported at this time.
Several lanes of I-605 were closed while the officers investigated and cleared up the scene.
The authorities are still gathering all the evidence they can find to determine the cause of the accident and the factors that may have contributed to it.
No additional information was disclosed immediately.
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.
