Ventura County, CA – Child Dies after Brutal Collision between Car and Tanker Truck on Eastbound Highway 118 near Balcom Canyon Road

Ventura County, CA (August 12, 2018) – A Ventura local news source recently provided updated information concerning the child who died as the result of a brutal collision between a car and a tanker truck that took place along the eastbound lanes of Highway 118 near Balcom Canyon Road, between the areas of Moorpark and Somis. Officials first documented the accident at approximately 7:50 AM in the morning on Friday, August 10, 2018.

As of today, the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the deceased victim as 9-year old Ruben Arroyo. At this time, No details about the 45-year old Somis woman and her 7-year old daughter, who had been riding in the same vehicle as Arroyo, as well as the 65-year old Los Angeles man involved in the crash has been revealed.

Based on the report from the California Highway Patrol, the 45-year old woman had been driving a 2014 Chevrolet Impala, also occupied by her children, south on Highway 118. Meanwhile, the 65-year old Los Angeles man was driving a Peterbilt double-tanker truck westbound down the same route. Officials reported the truck was hauling a load of 8,000 gallons of gasoline.

At some point, the woman attempted to turn left in the direction of Moorpark when, without warning, the oncoming Peterbilt plowed into the sedan’s left side. In seconds, both vehicles slid out of control and careened across the intersection on 118.

CHP officers sadly confirmed that Arroyo, who had been a backseat passenger in the Impala, died at a nearby hospital.

Meanwhile, the mother and her daughter were brought to Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks for treatment.

At the same time, medical personnel took the truck driver to St. John’s Pleasant Valley Hospital in Camarillo, where he received treatment for non-life threatening injuries.

As a result of the impact, an approximation of 1,000 to 1,200 gallons of gasoline spilled out of the tanker and onto the highway. Authorities are still investigating a possible cause of this deadly crash.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ruben Arroyo and wish them strength and peace of mind during this tragic, difficult time.

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At this time, many issues surrounding the accident on Highway 118 remain unresolved. As part of the ongoing investigation, forensic teams will inspect the tanker truck and the car and examine photos of the crash site to determine if mechanical failure or a system malfunction caused the crash. Likewise, officials will consider if drugs, alcohol, negligence, recklessness, or distracted driving played any role in the events leading up to the accident.

Once the case is resolved, the members of the deceased child’s family will have the right to file a wrongful death claim and, ultimately, receive compensation for funeral costs and the tragic loss of a loved one, amongst other unfortunate circumstances.

At the same time, the non-guilty injured parties can pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party and receive compensation for inconveniences ranging from medical bills to vehicle damage.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

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 for all those involved in the accident.