[05-28-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – Three People Killed, Five Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision in Isla Vista

A multi-vehicle collision left three people dead, including a UC Santa Barbara student and five others seriously injured near Isla Vista Friday afternoon, May 28, 2022.

The fatal crash occurred just before 5:00 p.m. at the intersection of El Colegio and Stadium roads on the northwest side of the UCSB campus.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver of a Nissan sedan was speeding, ran a red light, slammed into two other cars, a BMW coupe and a Toyota SUV, and then crashed into a grove of eucalyptus trees.

The Nissan appears to have collided with the median curb and flown away, flattening the tops of the other vehicles as it spun out of control.

According to Santa Barbara County Fire Capt. Daniel Bertucelli, several victims were trapped in the wreckage and heavy extrication was required to free them.

The American Medical Response ambulance transported the injured victims to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for treatment. Their true identities, as well as their medical conditions, were kept a secret.

The collision circumstances are under investigation by UCSB police, who have yet to respond to our repeated requests for information.

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Many people drive in California, and public transportation hasn’t kept up with the high 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 on the road are common sources 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.

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

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 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 Santa Barbara 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.