Barstow, CA- Wrong-Way Crash With Semi on I-40 Near the Marine Corps Logistics Base

Barstow, CA (April 23, 2019)- The Interstate 40 Freeway close to the off-ramp for the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Barstow was the scene of a crash between a large truck and a 2017 Chevrolet Suburban.

The crash took place on Saturday at approximately 5:22 am when the Suburban, which was traveling westbound in the eastbound No. 2 lane, hit a 2018 Freightliner truck head-on.

The driver of the Suburban died at the scene, while the semi-truck driver, a 40-year-old Springfield, MO resident, escaped without injuries. A 55-year-old passenger in the truck’s sleeper compartment experienced minor injuries.

The impact of the crash caused the truck to land facing southeast on the side of the eastbound lanes of Interstate 40. The truck landed on its wheels, while the Suburban was pushed backward around 100 feet, landing on its left side and facing westward in the eastbound No. 1 lane.

Further details, including the deceased driver’s name, are unknown at this time.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person who lost his or her life in this accident.  Our thoughts are with them and everyone who sustained injuries or was affected by this incident.

Head-On Collisions on California’s Interstates

Head-on collisions can occur due to any number of reasons. Often, a combination of factors adds up to this type of crash. However, one key factor appears more frequently than others in a head-on crash: alcohol or other drugs.

When someone drives drunk, they cannot drive with the degree of attention and precision necessary to stay safe on the road. Blurred vision, poor judgment, and a feeling of being invincible all result from drunk or high driving.

If you’ve been hurt in a head-on collision, or if you’ve lost a loved one in this type of crash, a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit may be appropriate. The Brady Law Group has almost three decades of experience supporting those who have been injured or lost loved ones in accidents in California. Contact us at 866-478-6483 to discuss your options and whether or not a lawsuit is right for you.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.