Two Dead Following Head-on Crash in Anaheim

• April 10, 2023
• Barnes Admin

Two Dead Following Head-on Crash in Anaheim

Anaheim, CA – On Sunday, April 9, 2023, a tragic head-on collision occurred in Anaheim that claimed the lives of both drivers involved. The crash took place at approximately 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of South Nohl Ranch Road and East Serrano Avenue. Responding officers discovered an overturned Toyota Prius and a heavily damaged Lexus sedan at the scene.

Despite emergency medical services’ best efforts, both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. Two passengers were also injured in the crash and transported to the hospital. The Anaheim Police Department officials suspect that drugs or alcohol may have played a role in the incident, yet they did not specify which driver was at fault. The investigation is ongoing.

Car Accidents 

Unfortunately, head-on collisions account for 10% of fatal car accidents each year. In this horrible accident, the injured victims and their families should have an independent legal investigation performed to preserve evidence. This includes reviewing:

• Driver accident history
• Police accident report
• Vehicle accident history
• Any testing of driver for drugs and alcohol
• Any history of driver with drugs and alcohol
• Phone and texting records of the driver
• Any video evidence of the crash
• Evaluation if pavement markings are clear and up to code
• Evaluation is road signage is clear and up to code
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident
• Inspection of the road conditions
• Vehicle blind spots
• Driving records
• Accident history at this intersection
• Timing of traffic signals

Car Accident Attorneys  

As one of America’s largest injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in car accidents get the best result possible. While handling various accident cases, our attorneys have gained experience that has helped them identify some of the most common causes of car accidents:

• Texting and driving
• Distracted driving
• Speeding
• Aggressive driving
• Inexperienced driving
• Fatigue
• Alcohol or drug involvement

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact an experienced car accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.