Long Beach, CA – Multi-Vehicle Wreck on Pacific Coast Highway near 2nd St Takes One Life
Long Beach, CA (March 30, 2023) – A police pursuit took place in the Long Beach area on Tuesday evening that claimed one person’s life while leaving multiple people injured. At around 8:15 p.m. on March 28, the Long Beach Police Department was notified that a crash had taken place on Pacific Coast Highway.
Preliminary reports show that the Seal Beach Police Department initiated a pursuit involving a reckless driver. As the police attempted to pull over the vehicle near 5th Street and Marine Drive, the driver of the vehicle sped away. The vehicle entered the Pacific Coast Highway, resulting in a pursuit.
As the vehicle sped through the area of 2nd Street, it collided with multiple other vehicles.
One person lost their life as a result of the crash. Eight others suffered injuries and were rushed to area hospitals.
The suspect ran from his vehicle on foot it was chased by the police. The police were able to capture the man and take him into custody.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts go out to everyone who has been affected by this fatal collision.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Auto accidents across the state of California take the lives of thousands of people each year. Many accidents take place due to drivers who engage in negligent actions. Some of the leading causes of fatal crashes in our state include:
- Drivers who turn without looking
- Drivers who fail to yield the right of way
- Drivers who are distracted by their cell phones or other objects
- Drivers who are impaired while behind the wheel
- Drivers who are traveling too fast for road conditions
When people lose their lives as a result of auto accidents, their families are often forced to deal with overwhelming consequences. In some instances, families can reach out to a wrongful death lawyer in Long Beach to protect their legal rights. After enduring the loss of a loved one, families may be entitled to compensation that they can use to cover various costs they face moving forward.
The Long Beach car accident lawyers at The Law Offices of John C. Ye have over three decades of experience helping families secure the maximum amount of compensation available for their lawsuits. Our team is dedicated to helping families seek full and timely compensation for:
- Burial costs
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If your loved one has lost their life as a result of a motor vehicle accident, it is in your best interest to seek the assistance of a skilled and fearless law firm right away. Our lawyers can help you get justice and hold the person who caused your loved one's death to account. We will help you secure the maximum amount of compensation available for your lawsuit. Contact our California personal injury law firm today by calling 866-771-9467 to get started on your case.
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