![[11-04-2024] 19-Year-Old Driver Killed After Head-On Crash with Freightliner on SR-111](https://ak1.to//BOc.webp)
A 19-year-old man from Bombay Beach was killed in a head-on collision on State Route 111 near Frink Road in Imperial County on Monday evening, November 4, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 6:10 p.m. when the man, driving a 1996 Chrysler Town and Country southbound, veered left for unknown reasons. His vehicle crossed the dirt center median into the northbound lanes and collided head-on with a 2014 Freightliner truck driven by a 33-year-old man from Thermal.
The driver of the Chrysler was pronounced dead at the scene, while the Freightliner driver sustained minor injuries and did not require hospitalization. Both drivers were reportedly wearing seatbelts, and CHP states that impairment is not yet determined as the investigation continues.
The Imperial County Coroner’s Office has taken custody of the victim’s body, pending notification of next of kin.
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.
