[07-06-2021] Orange County, CA – One Killed, Two Others Hurt After a Wrong-Way Collision in Anaheim

One person was killed while two other people were seriously hurt after a wrong-way collision in Anaheim on Tuesday morning, July 6.

The accident occurred at around 1:15 a.m. on Riverside (91) Freeway at Harbor Boulevard in Anaheim. A westbound 2000 Dodge pickup truck reportedly entered the eastbound lanes for unclear reasons. The Dodge continued driving the wrong way and collided head-on with an eastbound 2015 Honda.

The female Dodge driver was pronounced dead at the scene. It was unclear why she was driving on the wrong side of the freeway. Both the driver and the passenger of the Honda were injured in the collision.

They were identified as William Yousef H., 23, and Kara Trisha G., 18. They were taken to UC Irvine Medical Center for treatment. Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Wrong-Way Collision Statistics

The most common cause of personal injury in the United States is motor vehicle accidents, which occur every 15 seconds. In the United States, nearly 2 million people are injured in car accidents each year. Every year, approximately 355 people are killed in the U.S. due to wrong-way drivers. With the average number of wrong-way collision deaths at 265, 1.34 fatalities per wrong-way death are calculated.

Sadly, not all victims will be able to survive a head-on crash. Surviving family members have the right to sue a negligent driver for wrongful death after a fatal head-on collision. These accidents are caused by various reasons, such as distracted driving, drunk driving, and driver over-fatigue.

Orange County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Wrong-Way Collisions

No matter what the circumstances of your car crash, you have options in front of you. Talking to an attorney before speaking to an insurance claims adjuster can give you all the information and confidence you need during this difficult time. Fatal car accidents are grave tragedies that impact the lives of so many people involved. Although a wrongful death lawsuit cannot reverse your loss, it is a small step toward holding negligent people accountable.

One of the most difficult aspects of a loved one’s sudden and unexpected death is the confusion that ensues. During this emotionally difficult time, you shouldn’t have to worry about being confused or overwhelmed by wrongful death laws and procedures. A fatal car accident attorney from our firm can assist you with the legal aspects of the situation.

Talk with one of our car accident attorneys from Arash Law now. We have offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. We are more than happy to visit you at your home or office—call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a personal injury attorney in California.