![[08-12-2024] At Least One Injured After Towing Vehicle Struck Light Pole Along I-10 in Chiriaco Summit](https://ak1.to//Buri.webp)
At least one person was injured after a towing vehicle struck a light pole in Chiriaco Summit, Riverside County, on Monday morning, August 12, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 11:47 a.m. at the bottom of an eastbound I-10 freeway off-ramp.
CHP said a vehicle towing a pickup with a camper veered off the freeway and struck a light pole nearby. The impact left the vehicles wrapped around the pole on the right-hand shoulder of the road.
All occupants were able to exit the vehicles safely. Emergency responders, including a towing agency, medics, and multiple CHP units, were dispatched to the scene.
The extent of the injuries remains unclear, and it is unknown if any additional injuries were reported.
CHP is currently investigating 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.
