One person was killed and another was injured after a head-on collision on the Corona del Mar (73) Freeway in Newport Beach on Sunday night, September 15, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, calls began coming in at 9:26 p.m. reporting a vehicle traveling northbound in the southbound lanes at a high rate of speed. The head-on collision occurred at 9:30 p.m. just north of Macarthur Boulevard.
Witnesses reported that the SUV, a Range Rover, exploded and was engulfed in flames. The driver of the Range Rover was confirmed dead at the scene, while the driver of the electric BMW sedan sustained injuries.
All southbound lanes were shut down due to debris scattered across the freeway and traffic was diverted off at Campus Drive. The lanes were reopened at 2:10 a.m. Monday.
There is no additional information 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.
