Silverado Canyon, CA (March 11, 2024) – Two people were killed in a head-on car accident in Silverado Canyon on Saturday, March 9th. The accident happened around 9:00 p.m. on Santiago Canyon Road near Limestone Spur Road.
According to a report from the California Highway Patrol, a 24-year-old man from La Habra was driving a 2018 Ford the wrong way on Santiago Canyon Road. The Ford collided head-on with a 1993 Toyota. The La Habra man and the driver of the Toyota, a man from Santa Ana, both succumbed to their injuries from the crash. There were no other occupants in either of the cars and neither of the victims have been identified at this time. Police believe that alcohol may have played a role in the crash. The accident remains under investigation at this time. There is no further information available.
We want to offer our condolences to those who were affected by this fatal car accident in Silverado Canyon.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Deadly collisions occur on a daily basis across California. According to statistics, more than 3,000 people on average are killed in crashes that take place each year on our state’s roadways. These accidents occur for a variety of reasons, however, many of them will be caused by careless and negligent drivers. Some of the most common causes of California car accidents include speeding, reckless driving, distraction, impairment, and vehicle and equipment malfunction.
The cause of each car accident in California must be carefully investigated by authorities in order to determine the cause and who should be held responsible. State law can provide relief for victims and family members following a serious collision. In order to take advantage of your legal rights, it is important to reach out to a skilled an experienced lawyer at the soonest possible time after the crash.
At Saleh Law Group, we are here to help following a serious collision. If you have been affected by the actions of a negligent driver, we can help you obtain the compensation that you deserve. While your loved one can certainly not be replaced, the compensation that you receive can help you to offset some of the unexpected expenses that you are now facing.
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