[09-19-2022] Orange County, CA – Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Orange Results in One Death

One person was killed in a fatal traffic collision in Orange on Monday morning, September 19, 2022.

The crash occurred at 9:13 a.m. at Lampson Avenue.

A pickup truck was driving south on Lewis Street through a green light at Lampson Avenue.

According to a witness, an SUV struck the truck as it was driving west on Metropolitan Drive through a red light.

A male adult from Garden Grove who was operating the SUV stayed on the scene and is helping with the investigation.

Alcohol and drugs are not thought to have contributed to this collision. There were no additional passengers present in the cars.

The Orange Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team is still investigating the accident.

Anyone with information can get in touch with our traffic bureau at 714-744-7451.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Car accidents are the leading cause of both serious and fatal injuries in the United States. About 200,000 people each year are killed or seriously injured as a direct result of car crashes.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that every 60 seconds, an automobile accident takes place somewhere in the United States. In California, more than 3,300 people lost their lives in auto accidents in 2016.

The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that car accidents cause 1 in every 10 fatalities. About 3,898 people were killed, and over 2,765,000 were injured in car accidents across the entire state of California in 2019. There has been a 23.5% increase in the number of people hurt or killed in automobile accidents since 2013.

This includes things like broken down cars, debris, and reckless drivers who are too preoccupied with their phones or too drunk to pay attention to the road.

Orange County Car Accident Lawyers

Families of those killed in accidents can seek justice by filing wrongful death lawsuits.

If you are unsure of how to move forward with your claim, Arash Law can provide you with guidance to increase your chances of success. As a result of our firm’s efforts, our clients have received over $750 million in settlements.

Our Orange County car accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you file a claim against the at-fault driver. Hiring trusted counsel greatly enhances your chances of successfully navigating a difficult legal situation.

Call us at (888) 488-1391 or submit an online intake form to set up a free consultation with one of our experienced lawyers.