![[08-12-2024] 47-Year-Old Woman Killed After Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle Crash in Montebello](https://ak1.to//VsC.webp)
A 47-year-old woman was killed, and another person was hospitalized following a motorcycle vs. vehicle crash in Montebello on Sunday evening, August 11, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 8:27 p.m. on the eastbound Pomona Freeway just west of the Garfield Avenue off-ramp.
A witness stated that the crash involved a car and a motorcycle, with the motorcyclist found down in the middle lanes. Emergency responders arrived promptly, but one individual was pronounced dead at the scene shortly before 9:00 p.m.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner later identified the deceased as Claudia B. Officials said the second person involved, who sustained a major injury, was transported to a nearby hospital by ambulance.
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.
