Los Angeles, CA – Man Killed in Semi-Truck Crash on 170th St E near Longmeadow Ave
Los Angeles, CA (September 10, 2022) – A vehicle rack took place on Friday evening in Los Angeles that ended in fatal injuries. At 6:40 p.m., on September 9, the Los Angeles Police Department and emergency crews were called to a crash that occurred on 170th Street East.
Reports from the police show that a semi-truck and a Ford Mustang collided on 170th Street East in the area near Longmeadow Avenue. The events leading up to the motor vehicle collision are not known at this time.
However, a man suffered fatal injuries that took his life. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A boy involved in the crash was transported by paramedics to a nearby medical facility for emergency care.
Police and firefighters blocked off the surrounding area for an extended period during cleanup.
The Los Angeles Police Department is working to determine the cause of the crash.
We hope the boy injured in this accident recovers quickly.
We offer our condolences to the family of the man who died in the crash.
Fatal Truck the Accidents in California
Truck accidents often result in more severe consequences for others. Unfortunately, more than 5000 people end up dying each year as a result of truck accidents across the country. Here in California, we see countless people end up dying as a result of truck accidents. The majority of these accidents are caused by drivers who act negligently while behind the wheel.
Leading causes in fatal truck accidents include:
- speeding in inclement weather and on unsafe roadways
- driving while intoxicated by alcohol or impaired by drugs
- using cell phones and other devices that take the attention of the driver off the roadway
When innocent people die as a result of truck accidents, families can pursue legal action against the responsible party. A Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer can help you pursue legal action against the person who took the life of your loved one.
Our legal team at The Law Offices of John C. Ye has decades of experience fighting to protect the rights of families who have lost loved ones due to negligent drivers. Our family can help you secure the maximum compensation possible for your lawsuit.
Our team will fight to ensure you are able to hold the person who is responsible for the death of your loved one to account. Schedule a consultation at our California law firm by calling 866-771-9467 today to see how we can help you.
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