Two people were seriously injured following a vehicle vs. semi-truck crash in Oro Grande, San Bernardino County, early Wednesday morning, July 31, 2024.
According to the Victorville Fire Department, the accident occurred at about 1:04 a.m. near the intersection of Wilderness Court and National Trails Highway.
The incident involved a Nissan Sentra occupied by two people and a blue Peterbilt 389 tractor-trailer. The specifics of the incident remain unclear, but authorities described it as a severe collision due to the severity of the injuries it inflicted.
Authorities said that the two occupants of the Nissan, later identified as 23-year-old Francisco C. and 25-year-old Alexis F., suffered major injuries due to the collision. Both of them were transported to an out-of-area trauma center for immediate medical care. Their current conditions were not immediately provided.
The official cause of the accident is still under investigation. As a precaution, National Trails Highway was closed between Air Expressway and First Street.
Anyone with information is asked to call the authorities at (760) 241-2911.
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.
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