[08-26-2024] Ventura County, CA – One Killed, Another Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash in Thousand Oaks

One person was killed, and another was injured after a two-vehicle crash on Olsen Road in Thousand Oaks on Monday afternoon, August 26, 2024.

According to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, a 77-year-old man from Simi Valley, identified as Bob F., was traveling at a high rate of speed when he rear-ended a vehicle driven by a 62-year-old man from Thousand Oaks.

After the collision, the 77-year-old’s vehicle veered into the center median, collided with a tree, and then spun back onto the roadway before coming to rest. The vehicle that was rear-ended was pushed approximately 500 feet down the roadway.

First responders attempted life-saving efforts on the 77-year-old, who was transported to Los Robles Medical Center’s trauma center, where he was pronounced dead.

The 62-year-old driver of the rear-ended vehicle was treated for moderate injuries at the hospital and later released.

There is no additional information immediately available.

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What To Do After A Car Accident In Thousand Oaks, CA

While no one can predict a car accident, you can be prepared. Keeping a car accident checklist in your glove box can help you stay organized and calm after a crash. It outlines what to do, what not to do, and how to protect your rights. You are not alone after a collision, regardless of its severity.

Whether you are the injured party or a family member of a deceased victim, here’s what you should do following a car accident:

1. Remain at the scene and check everyone’s condition. First, check yourself for injuries, then others. Stay composed and try to regain your calm.
2. If possible, move your vehicle to the side of the road, turn on your emergency flashers to alert other drivers, and find a safe place to wait for the police.
3. Report your accident to the authorities as soon as possible. The police will document the incident and gather information for an official record.
4. Share names, phone numbers, and insurance details with the other driver(s). If possible, take photos of the vehicles, license plates, and other critical details.
5. When talking to the police or others involved, avoid admitting fault or apologizing. Stick to the facts when describing the incident.
6. Visit a hospital or your primary doctor immediately. Prompt medical care can help mitigate injury effects and identify internal injuries.
7. California insurers have deadlines for reporting accidents. Contact your insurer promptly and follow the agent’s instructions.
8. You may receive a call from the other party’s insurer soon after the accident. Be cautious with the information you share. Do not record statements or accept settlement offers before consulting an attorney.
9. Keep all accident-related documents, including police reports, medical bills, and other important information, organized in a file.
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Car Accident Statistics

In Thousand Oaks, 471 people died or were injured in traffic accidents in 2021, according to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). Thirty-two of these traffic victims were pedestrians. Additionally, 180 involved alcohol, while 211 were overspeeding cases.

The National Safety Council (NSC) estimated 44,450 fatal crashes in 2023. It is a 4% decrease from 2022 when 46,270 people died from motor vehicle accidents. Collisions between motor vehicles occur more often and account for 43% of all traffic incidents. These also lead to 63% of all traffic injuries. Angle crashes led to around 9,000 deaths, followed by head-on collisions with an estimated 5,900 fatalities.