El Centro, CA – SUV Hauling U-Haul Trailer Crashes on the I-8 at Dunaway Road

El Centro, CA (May 11, 2019) – A single-vehicle accident involving an SUV hauling a U-Haul trailer occurred on May 11 at 10:32 a.m., that took the life of two people and injured seven children.

California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this fatal accident. According to CHP officers, the crash occurred on the Interstate 8 Freeway at Dunaway Rd., according to the California Highway Patrol. It appears that the driver lost control of the vehicle.

The crash took place when the 1999 Ford Expedition pulling a U-Haul trailer crashed into the bridge support post at Dunaway Road. The 42-year-old male driver and his 31-year-old female passenger were both killed in the crash.

The injured children included a 12-year-old boy who had cuts and abrasions. He was taken to Loma Linda Medical Center. A 10-year-old girl suffered facial abrasions and a tourniquet for her leg and a 4-year-old girl with undisclosed injuries. They were taken to Rady Children’s Hospital. A 5-year-old boy had burns to his calf and abrasions, a one-year-old boy had a contusion on his forehead and a 2-year-old boy suffered a broken clavicle to El Centro Regional Medical Center. Also hurt in the crash was a 6-year-old girl who was taken to Riverside University Hospital.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victims who passed away as a result of this fatal accident.  Our thoughts are with them at this time.

We send healing thoughts to the injured children and their families at this time.  Our thoughts are with them all during this difficult time as we hope for a full recovery.

The Most Common Child Car Accident Injuries in California

A child being injured in an accident can be a harrowing situation. Here are the most common injuries that can occur:

• Head and neck injuries. Kids can suffer whiplash, skull fractures traumatic brain injury, and even a broken neck.
• Airbag injuries. Airbags can are dangerous for children younger than 13 years of age as they can break noses or even the necks of younger children.
• Glass injuries. Flying glass can cause grievous cuts, facial scars, and other kinds of lacerations.
• Chest injuries. The impact can cause broken ribs and lung injuries.
• Fractures – A child can have a variety of fractures including wrist, legs, feet, and pelvis.

Child car accident injuries can take a grave toll on your family. If your child is injured due to the negligence of another person, they are entitled to fair compensation for their pain and suffering. An experienced personal injury attorney can help.

If your child has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident involving a negligent driver, seek the help of an attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.

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.