April 27, 2023
Palmdale, CA – Two Killed in Car Accident on Avenue O and 117th St.
Palmdale, CA (April 27, 2023) – Police in Palmdale were dispatched to the scene of a fatal crash on Tuesday, April 25th. The crash occurred at the intersection of Avenue O and 117th Street East.
According to a report from the Palmdale Police Department, a black Mitsubishi Galant was traveling eastbound on Avenue O. At the same time, a white Dodge Ram was traveling westbound on the same street. The female driver of the Galant traveled through a pool of flowing water and lost control of her car. The Galant traveled into the westbound lane and collided head-on with the Dodge Ram.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department and paramedics rushed to the scene and provided treatment to the victims. Two passengers in the Galant suffered critical injuries. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they ultimately succumbed to their injuries. The driver of the Ram was treated at the hospital and later released.
The identities of the victims have not been released at this time. Police shut down the roadway while they investigated the crash. Drivers were told to avoid the area and to find an alternate route of travel if possible.
The crash remains under investigation. No further details are available.
Our thoughts and condolences are with those affected by this deadly car accident in Palmdale.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
A car accident in California can lead to serious and debilitating injuries for victims. In the worst-case scenario, the crash can be fatal and will result in the loss of a loved one. Sadly, nearly 4,000 people are killed in California car accidents each year, with many of these being innocent motorists who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. There is nothing more devastating than the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one in a crash, especially if the accident was caused by another motorist.
Following a fatal accident, you are likely experiencing a range of overwhelming emotions. Grief, extreme sadness, anger, frustration, and hopelessness are all normal feelings in the aftermath of a sudden tragedy. You may be wondering what steps you can take in order to recover some of your losses following a crash. Under California law, victims and family members have certain legal remedies that they can choose to exercise. These claims should only be handled with the assistance of a skilled California car accident lawyer.
At Madison Law Group, we help people and loved ones who have been affected by the most serious crashes. Our team of attorneys and legal professionals has many decades of experience, and we have dealt with very complex and emotional cases. We have recovered millions of dollars in combined compensation on behalf of our clients.
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