April 27, 2023
Pomona, CA – Woman Killed in Street Racing Crash on Pomona Ave.
Pomona, CA (April 27, 2023) – A woman was killed in a crash that took place in Pomona on Wednesday, April 26th. The accident happened just before midnight at the intersection of Holt Avenue and Clark Avenue.
According to a report from the Pomona Police Department, at least two cars were involved in a race on Holt Avenue. One of the vehicles crashed, trapping a female passenger inside. Paramedics responded to the crash scene and extricated the victim. She was taken to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The driver was taken to a hospital in critical condition. No one involved in the accident was identified. The exact cause of the crash was not released and remains under investigation at this time.
The road was partially blocked following the accident. Motorists were told to avoid the scene and to find an alternate route of travel.
The accident remains under investigation. There is no further information available.
We would like to extend our condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal crash in Pomona.
Fatal Car Accidents in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County routinely leads the state in the number of reported crashes and also fatal accidents. According to the California Highway Patrol’s crash monitoring system, a total of 40,669 accidents took place in Los Angeles County in 2021. Nearly 4,500 of these crashes resulted in serious injuries or fatalities. With congested roadways and a high number of negligent drivers, it is no surprise that many crashes occur in this area. Drivers should always be alert to the possibility of a serious accident and should drive defensively and carefully at all times. Despite the ability to take precautions, some accidents are simply unavoidable due to factors beyond the victim’s control.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, you could have valuable legal rights. California law provides victims with the opportunity to pursue a legal claim when they have been affected by a serious crash. If you have lost a loved one due to the accident, our condolences go out to you. There is nothing more devastating than the loss of a family member, especially if the accident was someone else’s fault. In these instances, family members may be entitled to file a claim for wrongful death in order to receive compensation.
Here at Madison Law Group, we stand up for the rights of injured accident victims. We understand many of the difficulties that you are facing. Our firm strongly believes that all negligent drivers should be held accountable for their actions. When you are in need of a tough and aggressive law firm, you can count on us to deliver results.
We are here to speak with you at any time. Our consultations are free for all potential and prospective clients. If we take your case, we will do so at no cost to you until you receive a recovery. To schedule your time to speak with a car accident lawyer in Pomona, please give us a call at (310) 201-7676.