![[11-16-2024] DUI Crash Kills Three in Upland; Driver Arrested](https://ak1.to//fiteV.webp)
A man and two boys were killed in a fiery crash on the 210 Freeway in Upland early Saturday morning, November 16, 2024.
According to Officer Rodrigo Jimenez of the California Highway Patrol’s Rancho Cucamonga office, at around 2:19 a.m., a semi-truck traveling eastbound in the far-right lane of the 210 Freeway near Base Line Road was rear-ended by a car, believed to be a Ford Taurus, traveling at high speed.
The crash caused the car to catch fire, but the 35-year-old male driver managed to escape before the flames fully engulfed the vehicle. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, discovering a man in the front passenger seat and two boys in the back seat, all of whom were pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of DUI. Authorities believe alcohol was a determining factor in the crash. He was transported to a hospital to be treated for major injuries.
The driver of the semi-truck was not injured. The names of the deceased and the suspect have not yet been released.
No further details were 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.
