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A 52-year-old driver was killed, and a passenger was injured in a high-speed rollover crash in Lost Hills, Kern County on Tuesday afternoon, August 13, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 2:15 p.m. when the 52-year-old man was driving a Honda Accord northbound on Highway 33, just south of Twisselman Road.
CHP reported that the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed when the driver made an unsafe turn, causing the Honda to leave the roadway and roll over multiple times. The vehicle came to rest in a dirt field east of Highway 33.
Authorities confirmed that the driver, who was wearing a seatbelt, died at the scene. The passenger, a 60-year-old man, sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
CHP stated that alcohol and drugs are not suspected to be factors in the crash. The driver’s identity will be released by the Kern County Coroner’s Office at a later time.
The investigation into the crash 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.
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