UPDATE: Perris, CA – Carolina Balerio De Lazaro and Francisco Lazaro Among Four Killed in Fatal Head-On Crash on Cajalco Road
Perris, CA (March 18, 2019) – On the morning of March 16th, a fatal head-on collision happened on Cajalco Road near Lake Mathews. According to the reports, a 2001 GMC Sierra and a Chevy Avalanche collided head-on into each other around 5:15 a.m.
When the paramedics arrived to help, they found the driver of the GMC, 56-year-old Francisco Lazaro, dead at the scene. They transported his female passenger, 52-year-old Carolina Balerio De Lazaro, to a nearby hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries at 6:56 a.m. The two men who were inside of the Avalanche pickup truck also suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene.
The police are currently investigating this accident to determine which vehicle was responsible for driving in the wrong direction. They are also checking to see if drugs or alcohol were contributing factors to this crash.
We send our condolences to the Lazaro family as they grieve the loss of their loved ones. We also send our condolences to the families of the other two men who lost their lives in this crash.
Head-On Collisions in California
Studies show that about 10% of all fatal crashes are a result of head-on collisions in the United States. Most of the time these types of collisions are caused by drunk or fatigued drivers. These accidents are the most common overnight when it is harder to see and fewer vehicles are on the road. It is easier for a drunk or fatigued driver to not realize that they are driving in the wrong lanes, especially if there are hardly any cars out. Unfortunately, head-on collisions are the most dangerous types of car crashes in California, since the force of impact is more intense than any other accident, making it more likely for individuals to suffer from serious or even fatal injuries.
At Brady Law Group, we understand how vehicle accidents negatively alter our clients’ lives, which is why we are so passionate about helping them win their lawsuits. We believe our clients should be fairly compensated for all damages and losses if they were not responsible for causing the accident. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a vehicle accident, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation today.
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.
