[05-30-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Two People Killed in Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 40

The two women that were killed in a deadly two-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 have been identified by authorities.

The two victims were identified as 32-year-old Wittney B. and 35-year-old Makelika S. Wittney was driving an eastbound Jeep on I-40 when she changed lanes and lost control of her vehicle.

Wittney then crashed into another car. Wittney was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, a passenger in her jeep was rushed to Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, but was later pronounced deceased.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Two people were killed in a collision between a pickup truck and a passenger vehicle on Interstate 40 early Monday afternoon, May 30, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 12:30 p.m. near I-40 and Five Mile Road.

According to initial CHP reports, two people were ejected from the pickup, and were later declared dead.

The identities of the victims were not immediately available, and it was unclear whether there were any other injuries, though journalists on the scene noticed a medical helicopter.

The San Bernardino County firefighters and Baker Emergency Medical Service paramedics joined the CHP at the scene of the accident.

The collision caused the left lane of westbound I-40 to be closed for cleanup.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

A car accident is the leading cause of death and serious injury in the United States. Every year, car accidents result in the death or injury of nearly two million people in the United States.

In the United States, a car accident occurs every 60 seconds or so. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,300 people were killed in car accidents in California last year.

11% of all deaths are caused by traffic accidents, according to the National Safety Council. Last year, 3,898 people were killed in traffic accidents in California, according to the state’s Department of Health and Human Services. Since 2013, the number of people injured in car accidents has increased by 23.5%.

Road hazards like potholes, debris, and poor lighting can all contribute to car accidents that are caused by human error.

San Bernardino County Car Accident Lawyers

It’s normal to feel disoriented and a bit dazed after a car accident. How did you survive in such a terrible situation? You’re an inspiration. Insurance claims can leave you wondering where to begin or who you can turn to for help. Car accident lawyers at Arash Law have the experience and expertise to file your claim in a timely manner.

This can save lives by enforcing harsher fines on those who drive carelessly. Car accidents such as car and truck collisions, trip and fall accidents, and more are no problem for the attorneys at Arash Law.

Our goal is to hold those responsible for the harm done to those who have been injured accountable and to seek the monetary compensation that the victims are entitled to.

Our San Bernardino County car accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of combined experience. Injured motorists can turn to our firm for assistance. Call us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys.