![[11-29-2024] One Person Airlifted After Head-On Collision on Highway 395 in Hesperia](https://ak1.to//SbfLl.webp)
One person sustained critical injuries and was airlifted after a head-on collision on Highway 395 in Hesperia early Friday morning, November 29, 2024.
The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. between Poplar Street and Main Street and involved a gold Toyota Camry and a gray Mitsubishi Mirage. Both vehicles suffered significant front-end damage and came to rest in the northbound lane.
San Bernardino County Fire Department personnel responded to the scene and confirmed two people were injured. One patient sustained critical injuries and was transported by a Mercy Air helicopter to a regional trauma center. The second patient was treated for minor injuries and taken to a local hospital by ground ambulance.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Hesperia Police Department.
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.
