[05-28-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – 3 People Killed, 5 Others Injured After a Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash at El Colegio and Stadium Road

The three people that were killed following a deadly multi-vehicle crash in El Colegio and Stadium Road has been identified.

They were identified as 28-year-old Jose Luis H., 20-year-old Sebastian G., and 20-year-old Daniel R.

Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment. Local authorities are currently investigating the case.

Three people were killed while five others were injured following a fatal mtuli-vehicle collision at a Santa Barbara intersection on Satruday evening, May 28, 2022.

The fatal collision transpired at approximately 6:21 p.m. at the intersection of El Colegio and Stadium Road.

Thrre vehicles were involved in the collision. One of the involved vehicles drove through a red light while another vehicle crashed into a tree.

Emergency personnel later arrived at the scene. Several people were extricated by emergency personnel from the wreckage.

Unfortunately, three people were killed in the mishap. Meanwhile, two people were critically injured and three others sustained moderate injuries, they were all taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the crash.

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Many people drive in California, and public transportation hasn’t kept up with the soaring population of the state’s major cities. Car accidents on our roads seem almost inevitable.

In this case, there was a multi-vehicle crash. Usually, three or more are involved in a multi-vehicle crash. Cars colliding with one another and then hitting other vehicles in the road is a common source of “chain reaction” crashes.

In most multi-vehicle incidents, the involved vehicles travel at high speeds on major highways. If the vehicles involved in the accident were traveling at high speeds, the likelihood of serious injuries is higher.

Multi-vehicle crashes, which account for more than 40% of all car accidents, kill around 13,000 people annually, according to a new analysis from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

When you’re in a car accident, use your brakes carefully to slow down and steer into something soft instead of another vehicle, like shrubs or a guardrail. Also, be on the lookout for anyone who may be wandering around the area after a previous accident has occurred.

Santa Barbara County Fatal Car Accident Lawyers

People who have been in a car accident are often under a lot of stress and going through a rough time emotionally. Because they are scared and shocked, victims may not know what to do next. So, you need to talk to a Los Angeles car accident lawyer in your area who knows what to do.

Through a wrongful death lawsuit, the party at fault will have to pay the family of the person who died for their medical bills, funeral costs, and pain and suffering.

During this hard time, attorneys can help families who have lost a loved one. They will hold the negligent party responsible and work hard to protect their client’s rights and interests.

Arash Law’s Santa Barbara County fatal car accident attorneys are dedicated to bringing those responsible to justice and fighting for the compensation that injured clients are entitled to. We know how to assist you in moving forward after a traumatic experience.

You can count on the lawyer at our firm if you have questions about a fatal car accident. You can call (888) 488-1391 or send an email to Arash Law to set up a free consultation about your fatal car accident case.