![[10-26-2024] Man Killed After Wrong-Way Crash on State Route 76](https://ak1.to//PFS46.webp)
A man in his 30s was killed in a wrong-way crash on eastbound State Route 76 in Oceanside on Saturday night, October 26, 2024.
According to the Oceanside Police Department, the incident occurred just west of Melrose Drive around 9:26 p.m.
Authorities stated that the man was driving a tan Buick Century in the wrong direction when he collided with a white Honda Clarity driven by 20-year-old Oceanside resident Stephanie Z. The unidentified man suffered major injuries and succumbed to those injuries at 9:31 p.m.
Stephanie Z. sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Palomar Hospital in Escondido for treatment. Police suspect that alcohol and/or drugs may have contributed to the fatal collision.
The Major Accident Investigation Team is conducting an investigation.
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.
