![[05-29-2025] One Killed, Another Injured in Big Rig Rollover Crash on I-40 Near Ludlow](https://ak1.to//5UEM.webp)
One person was killed and another was seriously injured following a rollover crash involving a big rig on Interstate 40 near Ludlow in San Bernardino County on Thursday evening, May 29, 2025.
According to the San Bernardino County Fire Department, emergency crews responded shortly before 9:00 p.m. to a traffic collision requiring extrication in the center divider of eastbound I-40, just west of Ludlow. Firefighters arrived to find an 18-wheeler overturned with smoke coming from the vehicle.
One occupant was pronounced dead at the scene. A second adult victim remained trapped inside the wreckage. Fire crews from Helendale and Baker utilized jaws of life equipment to extricate the individual, who was then airlifted via Mercy Air helicopter to a regional trauma center.
The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed pending next-of-kin notification. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the CHP Barstow office.
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.
