Norwalk, CA (February 5, 2020) – A total of three vehicles were reported to have been involved in a serious collision that tragically resulted in the death of one person in Norwalk. The fatal accident happened at around 3:45 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, February 5^th, in the southbound lanes of the Interstate 605 Freeway near Rosecrans Avenue.

Officials with the California Highway Patrol stated that an unspecified vehicle veered across all lanes of traffic before striking the center divide and overturning. Two other vehicles were also involved in the collision but police have not determined the exact order of events.

Emergency crews arrived at the scene and sadly pronounced one person deceased. It is unknown as to which vehicle the victim was in, and no other parties were reported to have been injured. The incident remains under investigation.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in California

Approved records have disclosed that traffic accident-related injuries are responsible for the unfortunate deaths of over 3,560 people across California during 2018. A broad array of numerous factors such as drowsiness and distracted driving regularly contribute to such devastating collisions. Additionally, the actions of seriously negligent motorists tend to considerably increase the chances that a car accident in California will have catastrophic or fatal outcomes for those involved.

At The May Firm, we will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on the path forward. If you have lost a family member or suffered an injury as the result of another person’s inattentive behavior, please call us at (844) 629-3476 or leave us a message to receive a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys.

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Disclaimer: Our firm is providing this post for general information and to help the public avoid similar situations, but also prepare them should they find themselves a victim. We strive to honor those who have been victims of accidents in the state of California.  Victims should seek assistance from legal or medical professionals and not view this post as any type of legal or medical advice.  The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.