One person was killed, while another was injured after a fiery single-vehicle crash in Yermo, San Bernardino County, early Thursday morning, August 1, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident happened just after 12:40 a.m. on the 15 Freeway just east of Ghost Town Road in Yermo, about 8 miles east of Barstow.
CHP stated that a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by a 24-year-old woman with a 22-year-old female passenger was going south on the 15 Freeway at an unknown speed. For some reason, the driver allowed the Chevy to veer to the right and into the open desert.
It continued going through the desert before ultimately hitting a metal fence. The Chevy then overturned southwesterly before coming to a rest at an unspecified orientation. Moments later, the vehicle burst into flames.
It is said that the driver was ejected out of the vehicle as it was rolling over. Responding medical personnel pronounced her dead at the scene. Further information about the identity of the deceased will be released after her family is notified.
The passenger, meanwhile, managed to extricate herself from the burning car and headed toward a nearby gas station to ask for help. She reportedly sustained minor injuries but declined medical transport.
No further details were immediately available. CHP is still investigating the official cause of the accident and the factors that may have contributed to it.
Potential witnesses to the fatal crash are asked to contact the authorities at (760) 255-5900.
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.
