[01-30-2025] Lassen County, CA – Three People Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Highway 395

Three people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 395 in Lassen County early Thursday morning, January 30, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. north of Waldron Lane. A 46-year-old woman from Susanville was driving a 2014 Dodge southbound when she made an unsafe pass, failing to provide enough clearance for oncoming northbound traffic and resulting in a chain of collisions.

At the same time, a 67-year-old Janesville man driving a 2022 Toyota northbound attempted to avoid the Dodge. Both drivers veered onto the east-paved shoulder to avoid colliding with each other, but their vehicles collided head-on and came to a stop.

A 52-year-old man from Susanville pulled over onto the west paved shoulder and exited his vehicle to assist. While doing so, a 60-year-old woman from Janesville, driving a 2018 Ford northbound, struck the Good Samaritan before crashing into the side of the Dodge.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but the drivers of the Dodge and Toyota, along with the man from Susanville, were pronounced dead. The Ford driver remained at the scene and waited for the authorities to arrive.

The CHP is investigating the incident and urges anyone with information to contact the Susanville CHP at (530) 252-1800.

Consult With The Car Accident Lawyers In Lassen County

Auto accidents continue to happen regularly, resulting in fatalities, severe injuries, and immense financial losses for the victims. If you sustained injuries or lost a loved one in a car crash, you might be entitled to recover compensation through an insurance or personal injury claim.

Arash Law, managed by the esteemed Arash Khorsandi, Esq., offers a free, no-obligation consultation to evaluate the viability of your case. When you work with our Lassen County injury law firm, you improve your chances of getting the most money possible. We will also help you get the necessary documentation, like police reports, and help you navigate the legal system effectively.

Our car accident lawyers can assure you of top-rated legal services when it comes to insurance claims and court representation. With over $750 million in verdicts and settlements recovered for our clients, we are among the top and biggest injury law firms in California.

Talk to one of our injury lawyers as soon as you can. Complete our “Do I Have a Case?” form or call us at (888) 488-1391.

What To Do After Being Injured In A Car Accident

Most auto accidents happen so suddenly that victims are left feeling overwhelmed in the aftermath. If you are still able to do so, you must take the following steps to protect your well-being and your legal claim for compensation:

• If possible, move your vehicle to the side of the road and out of the way of oncoming vehicles. While you wait for the authorities, turn on your hazard lights to alert other drivers.
• Maintain your composure and check for injuries on both you and other people. Do not apologize or take responsibility for the collision when speaking with other parties.
• Report the accident to the police by calling 911. They will document the accident in an official report that you can use to support your claim in the future.
• Exchange names, contact information, and insurance details with the other party. Take pictures of the cars involved, as well as any damage, license plates, and injuries.
• Explain the crash in detail to the authorities, but take care not to mention anything that can be construed as an admission of fault.
• Regardless of how minor you think your injuries are, seek medical attention right away. Some injuries take time to show symptoms. To support your claim, you will also require medical records.
• Let your insurance company know what happened. Pay close attention to their guidelines on how to correctly report the collision.
• You might get a call from the insurance adjusters. Provide them with the basic details. A lawyer should be consulted before accepting an offer, recording a statement, or signing any documents.
• Make sure that all of the evidence is safe, including the police report, medical bills, the other driver’s details, and medical records.
• Call (888) 488-1391 to reach Arash Law. Our industry-recognized auto accident lawyers can assess the strength of your case, engage in aggressive negotiations with insurance companies, and provide you with legal advice at every stage of the claims procedure when you file a personal injury claim.

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Car Accident Statistics

One of the most common types of traffic accidents is vehicle collisions. Car crashes accounted for 43% of all motor vehicle-related fatalities in 2022, according to the National Safety Council. At over 26%, crashes involving stationary objects were the second most common cause of car accidents, followed by non-collision events such as rollovers and pedestrian crashes.

Despite making up less than half of all traffic fatalities, motor vehicle crashes are the cause of 78% of injuries, 71% of crashes involving injuries, and 71% of all reported accidents. The California Office of Traffic Safety reported 150 victims killed and injured due to motor vehicle accidents in Lassen County in 2022.