[09-23-2021] San Bernardino County, CA – One Person Killed in a Deadly Semi-Truck Crash in Ontario

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly traffic crash involving a semi-truck in Ontario on Thursday morning, September 23.

The deadly crash transpired at approximately 12:30 a.m. on eastbound 60 Freeway near Grove Avenue.

A semi-truck reportedly rear-ended another big rig on the freeway for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not been established.

One person was fatally injured in the mishap. He was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene. It’s unclear whether other people were injured.

Information about the accident is limited at the moment. It’s unknown whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are currently investigating the case. They will determine the cause and the liability in the fatal crash.

Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Statistics

Semi-trucks play an essential role in the economy. Every year, America’s trucking industry transports billions of dollars worth of goods. Millions of big rigs on the road, unfortunately, pose a threat to other motorists. When compared to other types of road accidents, semi-truck accidents are more deadly. It’s primarily due to the large size difference between big rig trucks and other vehicles on the road.

According to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the United States Department of Transportation, the fatality rate for big rig trucks has increased by 30% since 2009. In 2017, there were 4,102 traffic fatalities involving a big rig. Loss of control of the truck, a tire blowout, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, excessive speed, lane drifting, and improper truck maneuvering, as well as driver fatigue are all factors that contribute to semi-truck accidents.

San Bernardino County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Semi-Truck Accidents

Semi-truck accidents are, in fact, more complicated than traffic accidents involving non-commercial vehicles. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a semi-truck accident, you need the legal advice of an experienced semi-truck attorney. Tractor-trailer (semi-truck) accidents are incredibly complicated, but our knowledgeable and compassionate tractor-trailer attorneys have the skill, knowledge, and compassion to pursue your claim aggressively.

Arash Law is a California semi-truck accident law firm that has been assisting truck accident victims like you for decades. Our semi-truck accident law firm is dedicated to helping you obtain the compensation you deserve! Please get in touch with our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego for any questions or concerns. You can also call us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with a wrongful death attorney.