![[06-23-2024] One Passenger Killed, Another Seriously Injured After Single-Vehicle DUI Crash in Victorville](https://ak1.to//kpxd.webp)
One passenger was killed, while another was seriously injured after a single-vehicle DUI crash in Victorville on Sunday evening, June 23, 2024.
According to the Victorville Police Department, the deadly crash happened at about 7:00 p.m. north of Phantom East and Shay Road.
VPD said a black Can-Am carrying four people was traveling northeast along a dirt road adjacent to Shay Road and approaching an embankment. The off-road vehicle driver tried to brake to avoid falling but failed. As a result, the Can-Am careened off the dirt road and rolled down a large embankment.
One of the passengers, 61-year-old Cynthia L., suffered fatal injuries as a result of the accident and was pronounced dead at the scene by the responding medical crew. Another passenger, a 19-year-old woman, was rushed to a trauma center after sustaining major injuries. There is no word yet on the status of the third passenger.
Investigators later discovered that the driver of the Can-Am, 40-year-old Francisco G., was under the influence of alcohol when the crash occurred. He was arrested and booked into the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto.
Potential witnesses to the fatal collision are encouraged to contact the police at (760) 241-2911 and help determine the circumstances behind the incident.
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.
