![[11-09-2024] One Airlifted and Several Injured After SUV Overturns in Phelan](https://ak1.to//vV@0.webp)
One person was critically injured and airlifted, and several others were injured after an SUV overturned in Phelan, San Bernardino County, on Saturday afternoon, November 9, 2024.
According to California Highway Patrol logs, the crash occurred at around 1:52 p.m. on Sheep Creek Road, near Cactus Road.
Authorities stated that the vehicle experienced a blowout and overturned, coming to rest off the roadway in the desert. Emergency personnel located the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer with major damage.
One person was ejected during the crash, and firefighters requested a medical helicopter and three ambulances to respond to the scene.
The critically injured person was airlifted to a trauma center, and at least three others were transported via ground ambulances to local hospitals.
CHP officers from Victorville are investigating the cause of the collision.
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.
