INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[02-15-2025] Ventura County, CA – Major Injury Crash on 101 Freeway in Thousand Oaks Under Investigation

A major injury crash involving two vehicles is under investigation after reports of a possible altercation before the collision on the northbound 101 Freeway near Ventu Park Road in Thousand Oaks early Saturday morning, February 15, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at approximately 1:30 a.m. involving at least two and possibly three vehicles in traffic lanes.

Authorities received conflicting reports that two individuals were fighting near the vehicles and that one person was pushed into traffic, where they were struck by a vehicle.

Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene, and at least one injured person was transported to the hospital with major injuries.

The CHP stopped all lanes of traffic while investigating the incident. More than three hours later, officers cleared the scene and officially labeled the case as a major injury two-vehicle crash.

The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, and authorities continue to investigate.

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.