[06-08-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – Unidentified Person Killed in Deadly Rollover Crash in Santa Maria

According to the California Highway Patrol, one person was killed in a rollover crash on Highway 1 Wednesday morning, June 8, 2022.

The crash transpired at 5:18 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 1 and Black Road.

According to CHP incident logs, the vehicle stopped on its side about 40 feet from the road. Its lights were turned off, and the wreckage was strewn across the road.

The vehicle was cold to the touch, according to first responders.

There was no immediate information about the victim.

The accident is still being looked into.

Fatal Rollover Crash Statistics

In a rollover accident, a car flips over onto its side or top. Rollover collisions kill more people than other types of collisions.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, rollovers account for about 3% of all car accidents. Around 35% of all passenger vehicle fatalities are caused by a rollover or tip-over accident.

Excessive speed is the most common cause of rollover crashes, whether involving a single car or a group of cars. A collision between two vehicles at a high rate of speed is almost always fatal.

A rollover accident can occur even if you are the most prepared and cautious driver. When dealing with a rollover, it’s crucial to stay calm and avoid making any sudden movements or overcorrections, as you could end up tilting your vehicle too far the other way.

Your vehicle will automatically correct itself if everything goes well. Before attempting to exit the vehicle, please wait for it to come to a complete stop.

Santa Barbara County Accident Lawyers

It can be extremely difficult to deal with the loss of a loved one in a car accident. With the help of an attorney, your life can be restored after a fatal car accident.

If the other driver was at fault, they could be held responsible for your loved one’s death. The best Santa Barbara car accident lawyers can assist victims entitled to compensation for emotional distress due to the accident in obtaining the compensation they deserve.

Arash Law in Santa Barbara County can assist you with your wrongful death case and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. Don’t hesitate to contact our team at Arash Law if you need a good car accident lawyer right away!

Arash Law, a Santa Barbara County car accident law firm, may be able to assist you with the law if you were involved in a fatal car accident. Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or email us immediately for a free, no-obligation evaluation of your fatal vehicle accident case.