INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[12-16-2024] Santa Barbara County, CA – One Killed, Two Critically Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash East of Orcutt

One person was killed, and two others sustained critical injuries following a three-vehicle collision east of Orcutt, Santa Barbara County, on Monday afternoon, December 16, 2024.

According to Santa Barbara County Fire Capt. Scott Safechuck, the crash occurred at approximately 2:15 p.m. in the 2600 block of East Clark Avenue, east of Presquile Road.

Emergency responders from the Santa Barbara County Fire Department and other agencies arrived at the scene and extricated individuals trapped in one of the vehicles.

One patient was pronounced dead at the scene, while two others with major injuries were transported to Marian Regional Medical Center via American Medical Response ambulance. Safechuck confirmed that all three patients were occupants of the same vehicle.

No injuries were reported among occupants of the other two vehicles involved in the crash.

The investigation is ongoing.

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.