Sun Valley, CA – 2 Killed In Violent Crash on Lankershim Blvd, Person Flees Scene
Sun Valley, CA (April 13, 2019) – Two people were killed and three injured in a horrific two-vehicle crash Friday night in Sun Valley. Authorities are investigating whether the crash was the result of street racing – a common problem in the area.
First responders responded to the intersection of Lankershim Boulevard and San Fernando Road right before 7:30 p.m. One person fled on foot from the accident site. He or she was last spotted running along the railroad tracks adjacent to the crash area. Police have stated that this person broke the law and if anyone has any information, to contact California Highway Patrol. Police are seeking the driver of the dark sedan to come forward.
The driver of a Toyota Corolla was making a left turn when a Dodge Charger collided into it. Both people in the Toyota died at the scene. The three people, two females and one male, in the Dodge Charger, were taken to the hospital.
Speed may have played a factor in this collision.
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 also send healing thoughts to the injured parties in this crash.
High Speed Crashes in California
Speeding is one of the top factors in causing car accidents. Speeding was involved in at least 30% of fatal auto accidents nationwide. Speed also helps determine liability in auto accidents. When a driver exceeds the established speed limit they are taking on legal responsibility.
In most cases, speed limits on California’s highways and freeways fall under the State’s Maximum Speed Limit. That’s 55 mph, 65 mph, or 70 mph depending on what kind of road it is and the area where it passes.
While many of these at-fault drivers are moving above the posted limit at the time of the accident, many more are travel too fast for road and traffic conditions. If you’ve been injured at the hands of one of these reckless drivers, you may be protected by California’s Basic Speed Law. What this law means is that drivers are required to drive at a safe speed in any and all travel situations. That “safe speed” may be far below the posted speed limit.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident caused by a speeding driver, you need to enlist the help of an experienced car accident lawyer. An attorney can get you the compensation you are entitled to.
Contact the accident lawyers at the Brady Law Group. With nearly three decades of experience, we are prepared to handle your case skillfully and work relentlessly for the compensation you and your family deserve. Contact us at 866-478-6483.
