![[11-29-2024] Two Airlifted After Head-On Collision on Highway 138 Near Wintergreen Road](https://ak1.to//3kSCG.webp)
Two individuals were airlifted to a medical facility after a head-on collision in Piñon Hills, San Bernardino County, early Friday morning, November 29, 2024.
According to the authorities, the crash occurred on Highway 138 near Wintergreen Road at approximately 2:04 a.m.
Authorities stated that a Jeep collided with another vehicle occupied by four people. Emergency personnel found two individuals trapped inside one of the vehicles, requiring extrication. Mercy Air and Reach helicopters were dispatched and airlifted the critically injured patients to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.
Two other individuals sustained less severe injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals via ground ambulances. The driver of the Jeep fled the scene before law enforcement arrived, and a search was initiated, though the driver had not been located.
The cause of the crash and the search for the fleeing driver are under investigation by local authorities.
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.
