April 01, 2023

Oxnard, CA – Fatal Head-On Crash on 5th St. at Wolff Rd.

Oxnard, CA (April 1, 2023) – A fatal traffic accident was reported in Oxnard on Friday evening, March 31st. The accident took place around 10:30 p.m. on East 5th Street at the intersection with Wolff Road.

The California Highway Patrol responded to the accident scene. According to a report from troopers, two cars were traveling in opposite directions when they collided head-on with each other. The cars were identified as a white Dodge pickup truck and a Ford. Paramedics and fire crews arrived just after the accident happened. Officials pronounced one person dead at the crash scene. The name of the deceased victim has not been released pending family notification.

The road was shut down for several hours while an investigation was conducted. There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed at this time.

No further information is available.

We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal car traffic accident in Oxnard.

Fatal Car Accidents in California

Fatal traffic accidents in California happen multiple times each day. On average, approximately 4,000 people are killed in traffic accidents on our state’s roadways every year. Most fatal traffic accidents occur due to negligent driving, such as speeding, impairment, distraction, and failure to follow basic traffic laws. These accidents are usually avoidable through the use of ordinary care and caution. However, a reckless driver is usually engaging in risky driving behavior that places all other motorists at risk. Many victims of injury accidents were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time when they come into contact with a negligent driver. The cause of every serious and fatal accident will be closely investigated in order to determine who should be held legally responsible.

A fatal car accident in California can impact you in a very profound way. Certainly, there is nothing more devastating than the loss of a family member in a deadly car accident. If your loved one was not at fault in the collision, the pain can be even greater. You may be feeling a range of emotions, including anger, frustration, and grief. These are all normal experiences following a sudden and unexpected tragedy. While the accident has taken a lot from you, you should be aware that you may have certain legal rights.

California law allows family members to file a claim for wrongful death if their loved one was killed by a negligent driver. These claims are complicated, however, and should only be handled by an attorney with experience handling complex injury cases. At Madison Law Group, our attorneys have many years of experience with the most difficult accident claims. We know the steps that need to be taken to help you get the compensation to which you are entitled.

Our firm is here to help you at any time. We offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. To schedule your free appointment with a car accident attorney in Oxnard, please contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (310) 201-7676.