Diamond Bar, CA (June 29, 2024) – A lethal car collision early Saturday morning in Diamond Bar on the eastbound span of the 60 Freeway near the Lemon Ave exit resulted in the death of one person and hospitalized two others. The incident, reported by California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers around 3:00 a.m., left passersby and emergency responders grappling with a chaotic scene.
According to CHP reports, the collision involved several vehicles, including one that came to rest overturned on its roof near the left shoulder of the freeway. Witnesses observed bystanders performing CPR and assisting victims trapped in the wreckage until Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel arrived. A hydraulic tool was utilized to extricate the injured from the vehicles. One individual was found ejected from their car onto the roadway and was pronounced dead at the scene. The two other victims were transported to local hospitals; their current conditions remain undisclosed pending further updates.
Authorities have not released the identities of those involved pending notification of next of kin. Following the crash, all but one lane of the eastbound 60 Freeway was closed, prompting a SigAlert for the affected stretch of roadway. Normal traffic flow resumed just before 9:45 a.m. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by authorities.
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If you fall into any of the categories mentioned above, you have a three-year window from the date of death to initiate legal proceedings against the negligent party. Delaying the filing of a legal claim can weaken your case, as crucial evidence may be lost, and witnesses may become unavailable. It is advisable to take prompt legal action to safeguard the integrity of your case. Seeking legal guidance is essential for victims and their families to navigate the complex legal process and pursue rightful compensation.
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