![[07-03-2024] Three Passengers Killed, Juvenile Driver Injured Following Fiery Single-Vehicle DUI Crash in Castaic](https://ak1.to//g1CC.webp)
Three passengers were killed while their juvenile driver was injured following a fiery single-vehicle DUI crash in Castaic, Los Angeles County, early Wednesday morning, July 3, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the deadly collision happened at about 12:30 a.m. along The Old Road, south of Parker Road and west of the Golden State (5) Freeway.
CHP said that a Toyota was heading northbound on The Old Road when its driver, a female teenager, lost control of the car and smashed it into the sidewalk, a tree, and finally, a street light. The impact of the collision split the Toyota into pieces before engulfing in flames.
The three passengers inside the Toyota, who authorities believe to be two men and a woman in their teens or early 20s, died at the scene. None of the victims were publicly identified yet.
The sole survivor of the fiery incident was the juvenile driver. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment after sustaining only minor injuries. There, she was determined to be under the influence of alcohol and was subsequently arrested.
Additional information was not immediately available. The CHP is still investigating the fatal crash.
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.
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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.
