![[06-28-2024] Two Women, Four Others Hospitalized Killed After Two-Vehicle Head-On Collision in Fillmore](https://ak1.to//snTRa.webp)
Two women were killed, and four others were hospitalized after a two-vehicle head-on collision in Fillmore on Friday evening, June 28, 2024.
According to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, the crash happened shortly before 7:00 p.m. along a rural portion of eastbound Highway 126, also known as Ventura Street at Clay Street.
Authorities stated that six individuals were involved in the collision. Two women were pronounced dead at the scene, but it is unclear if both of them were in the same vehicle. Meanwhile, four people were reportedly injured and were transported to the hospital.
Additional details on the identity of the involved victims were not immediately known. There is no word yet on how the incident occurred or if drugs and alcohol played a role.
The crash remains under investigation, and the police are gathering all the necessary details to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police work is underway.
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.
