![[07-21-2024] One Person Killed, At Least Five Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash in Jefferson Park](https://ak1.to//t2mO.webp)
One person was killed, while at least five were injured after a two-vehicle crash in south Los Angeles early Sunday morning, July 21, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 3:20 a.m. on the eastbound Santa Monica (10) Freeway at Arlington Avenue in the Jefferson Park community.
CHP said the incident occurred after a vehicle spun out of control along the freeway before resting sideways in one of its lanes. Moments later, another vehicle crashed into it, leading to a fatality and multiple injuries on top of severe damage to both cars.
Authorities declared one person inside a Toyota Camry dead at the scene. It was not clear if the deceased was a driver or a passenger when the crash happened. It is also unspecified whether the Camry was the one that spun out or the other car.
It is said that at least five other persons were injured as a result of the collision. Two of them were said to be in critical condition, while the statuses of the other three were unknown. None of the people involved were identified at the time of writing.
The official cause of the deadly accident is still being investigated. As of now, CHP could not confirm if alcohol, drugs, or speeding played a role in it.
Authorities closed off the Arlington Avenue off-ramp for several hours while clearing the scene and investigating.
Additional information was not immediately available.
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.
