![[06-24-2024] One Person Killed Following Single-Vehicle Crash Along 905 Freeway](https://ak1.to//QSlRh.webp)
One person was killed following a single-vehicle crash in San Diego just after midnight on Monday, June 24, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident happened around 12:03 a.m. on the eastbound Otay Mesa (905) Freeway at the Heritage Road off-ramp.
CHP said that the crashed vehicle had two occupants at the time of the incident. Both were said to be trapped in the wreckage when the responders arrived, with one of them already unresponsive. That person was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after. It is unclear if the deceased person was the driver or the passenger.
Further details surrounding the single-vehicle collision and the people involved were not immediately available. The condition of the other occupant was also still unknown.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. It is unclear if alcohol, drugs, or speed played a factor in the collision.
Additional information was not available at this time.
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.
