Tehachapi, CA – Injuries Reported after Two-Vehicle Accident along Westbound Highway 58 near Broome Road
Tehachapi, CA (July 31, 2018) – The California Highway Patrol reported that a two-vehicle traffic accident took place along the westbound lanes of Highway 58 in the vicinity of Broome Road. The incident occurred at approximately 9:49 AM in the morning on Friday, July 27, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash has been revealed.
Based on the initial reports from CHP, a Ford F-250 and a white GMC Pickup Truck were traveling down Highway 58 when, for indeterminate reasons, the two vehicles collided near Broome. Afterward, CHP arrived at the scene and discovered the GMC had skidded twenty feet away from the main highway. Authorities have not revealed which vehicle had overturned during the crash.
Meanwhile, medical personnel tended to an unspecified number of victims, who suffered non-life threatening injuries from the impact. Officials dispatched ambulances to provide additional aid.
Sometime later, law enforcement officials and cleanup teams cleared the roadway.
Presently, an active investigation is ongoing. As more evidence continues to surface, more information will be released to public sources.
Traffic Accident in Kern County
At present, many circumstances surrounding the accident on Highway 58 remain unknown. As the investigation continues, forensic teams will inspect the F-250 and the GMC for mechanical issues or system failure and will examine photos of the crash site. Likewise, officials will consider if either driver had consumed alcohol or drugs prior to operating the trucks or had simply failed to comply with basic traffic laws. By putting these elements into perspective, police can determine liability in the crash.
Victims of a traffic accident caused by negligence or wrongdoing have the legal right to file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party. By seeking the assistance of a professional lawyer, these individuals can receive compensation for a variety of issues including painful injuries and medical bills.
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 to all those involved in the accident.
