June 09, 2023

Long Beach, CA- Driver Killed, Six Hurt in Wrong-Way Crash on PCH

Long Beach, CA (June 9, 2023) – Police in Long Beach responded to the scene of a deadly wrong-way crash in Long Beach on Thursday night, June 8th. The crash happened just after 7:00 p.m. at the intersection of the Pacific Coast Highway and Junipero Avenue.

According to a report from authorities, the driver of a 2024 Lexus NX250 was traveling westbound on the PCH when he veered into the eastbound travel lanes. The Lexus collided head-on with a Dodge Challenger, a Toyota RAV4, and a Jeep Compass before overturning and coming to rest on its side.

The Long Beach Fire Department was called to the scene and administered life-saving efforts, but ultimately the 56-year-old Lexus driver succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Dodge and two passengers in the Toyota were treated for non-life-threatening injuries at a hospital. Three other victims were treated at the scene but were not transported. No one involved has been identified.

The cause of the accident has not been determined at this time, but neither alcohol nor drugs were a factor. An investigation is underway.

We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to those who were affected by this car accident in Long Beach.

Car Accidents in California

California’s roadways can be a dangerous and deadly place for motorists. According to statistics, approximately 250,000 people were hurt, and about 4,000 lost their lives in accidents that took place on our state’s roadways last year. These crashes took place for many reasons, but most were caused by careless and reckless drivers. The majority of serious and fatal collisions could have been prevented through the use of ordinary care and caution by the negligent driver.

If you or a family member were involved in a collision, you should speak with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. It is crucial to have a full understanding of your legal rights following a car accident. Too often, injured victims make the mistake of attempting to handle their own cases. When this happens, motorists can end up with an inadequate settlement that fails to fully compensate them for their losses. Having a lawyer by your side ensures that your legal rights will be protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Our team of attorneys at Madison Law Group can help during your time of need. We understand what you are going through, and we are here to help. Your focus should on your healing and recovery. Let us take care of the legal details and take some of the burden off of your shoulders.

At Madison Law Group, we are here to help during your time of need. We know that this is a difficult period of your life that will require time to overcome. We are standing by to speak with you now. There is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your free consultation with a Long Beach car accident lawyer, please reach out to us using our online contact form or give us a call at (310) 201-7676.