Truck accident resulted in injuries on the transition road from State Route 60 to the 605 Freeway in Whittier
A police report by California Highway Patrol stated that on Monday, April 16th 2018, a traffic accident that involved a big rig on the transition road from State Route 60 to Interstate 605 in the city of Whittier left at least one person injured.
Moreover, at about 7:19 p.m. the vehicles involved in the accident were merging from SR-60 to I-605 when the collision occurred, according to officials. Authorities reported that one vehicle overturned and left the party inside trapped due to the collision.
Additionally, at least one person was injured, however the severity of the injuries sustained by the victim are unknown. Officials have not released the age or name of the injured victim yet.
Currently, this crash remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact cause and liable party in the crash. Further details will be reported at a later time once the investigation has concluded.
Our May Firm staff is deeply saddened upon hearing news of this accident, and will keep the victim as well as their family and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers during this tremendously difficult time.
If you ever find yourself involved in a trucking accident, you definitely have to report the accident. First contact the local police or the California Highway Patrol. Next, contact your insurance agent or company. Ask for their help in filling out forms and reports of the accident. After that, report to the the incident California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Of course, call a truck accident lawyer at The May Firm at 1-844-MAYFIRM for any legal questions you may have.
