One person sustained injuries after an off-road vehicle carrying four individuals veered off a dirt road and plunged 30 to 40 feet into a canyon near Lytle Creek, San Bernardino County, on Sunday afternoon, April 20, 2025.
According to the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, crews were dispatched just before 5:00 p.m. to the remote crash site. All four occupants were found outside the all-terrain vehicle, with one rider sustaining injuries.
Fire personnel hiked down into the canyon and coordinated with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Aviation Division to conduct a hoist rescue. The injured individual was stabilized at the scene and lifted by helicopter to a nearby trauma center for further treatment.
A video shared by the fire department shows rescue teams working together at the crash site to extract the victim safely. The condition of the other three occupants has not been reported.
The CHP is currently investigating the circumstances of the crash.
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.