Downey, CA – Emilio Guerrero and Annabel Guerrero Lose Lives in Crash on Paramount Blvd near Gardendale St
Downey, CA (October 10, 2023) – The Downey Police Department confirmed that two people have lost their lives as a result of a fatal accident that occurred in Los Angeles County on Sunday, October 8.
Just after 2:00 p.m., the Downey Police Department and firefighters were requested at the scene of a crash that occurred on Paramount Boulevard.
Reports provided by the police show that a collision between two vehicles took place on the roadway near Gardendale Street during the afternoon hours. The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to the scene and closed down the roadway.
Two people involved in the accident, identified as 52-year-old Emilio Guerrero, who was a sergeant with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office Bureau of Investigation, and his wife, 47-year-old Annabel Guerrero, who was a local teacher, were both fatally injured. The victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
One additional victim was injured and transported to a local hospital for emergency care.
At this time, the crash is being investigated.
Our condolences go out to the family of Emilio Guerrero and Annabel Guerrero at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Statistics from 2022 show that a total of 4407 people died as a result of fatal car crashes that occurred in California. This equates to approximately 12 people losing their lives every day as a result of collisions across our state. The alarming fact is that no matter how many laws we have in place to protect motorists, we continue to see innocent people lose their lives due to the reckless and negligent actions of others. Leading factors and fatal collisions across our state include driving while impaired, speeding, and distractions.
Far too often, fatal accidents have an overwhelming impact on families who are forced to deal with the overwhelming consequences. The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one is not something that people are able to prepare for. Unfortunately, the emotional and mental consequences of fatal accidents are made worse by the financial burdens that families are often forced to deal with. Many families are left with tens of thousands of dollars in medical and funeral costs. In countless instances, families are deprived of a source of income.
After losing a loved one in a fatal accident, it is imperative that your family seeks guidance from a wrongful death lawyer in Downey right away. Your family may be entitled to recover financial compensation to help ease some of the financial strains you face moving forward.
Our team at The Law Offices of John C. Ye is fully committed to helping families protect their rights after losing loved ones due to the negligence of others. For more than three decades, we have fought diligently to ensure our clients are able to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. We remain committed to providing compassionate and skilled representation to help you seek justice for your loved one's wrongful death. Contact our dedicated personal drooling injury lawyers today by calling 866-771-9467 to schedule a consultation and let us fight for the compensation you deserve during this difficult time.
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