[10-14-2022] Sacramento County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured in Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 5

One person was killed, and another was hospitalized after a fatal single-vehicle crash in Sacramento on Friday, October 14, 2022.

The accident occurred on a Friday on the northbound I-5 close to the I-80.

The Sacramento Fire Department responded to the fatal collision.

As per North Sacramento California Highway Patrol, It was a single-car crash, an unidentified man aged in his late twenties working as a driver died at the scene, and a woman aged in her early twenties traveling as a passenger was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

According to the California Highway Patrol, it is unknown whether or not alcohol or drugs played a role in the collision.

The identities of the occupants have yet to be disclosed.

Local authorities are still investigating the crash.

Single-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Sadly, a significant number of people in California die in accidents involving only one car. Damage is limited to the vehicle(s) involved in the collision. It’s possible the car went off the road or crashed into a building. There are a number of causes for these accidents, including intoxicated drivers, drivers who are too tired to drive safely, low visibility, and bad weather.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that single-vehicle accidents account for 62% of fatalities on California’s roadways. Drivers in California must always be on the lookout for potential danger.

A number of different things can cause a single-vehicle accident. More accidents and runaways occur when drivers are going fast or making sharp turns on wet roads. Any number of things, from flying cargo from a passing truck to branches from nearby trees, can pose a threat to drivers on the side of the road.

Even if the single-car accident is not the result of anyone’s negligence, the extent to which you can recover under your insurance policy will likely be constrained.

Sacramento County Car Accident Lawyers

Reckless driving is always wrong, whether or not it causes actual injuries. You may be able to file a claim against the insurance company of the negligent driver who caused the death of a loved one.

If you have to testify in a deposition or trial and have to talk about past losses and hurts, you should know that doing so can be emotionally draining. The stress of waiting for a court date can take a serious mental toll on anyone, but victims in particular.

Immediate action is required to file a lawsuit against the negligent party if it is determined that their actions caused your car accident. Those responsible for the reckless deaths of so many people need to face the consequences. Taking legal action after the unjust death of a loved one is never easy, but it can be cathartic.

Our Sacramento County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to advocate for your rights and help you get the compensation you deserve if you have been hurt in a car accident.

Our clients come from all over California, including major cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, Bakersfield, Fresno, Riverside, San Jose, and Sacramento. Get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 or use our online form to set up a free consultation with one of our trusted lawyers.