Bakersfield, CA – Two Killed in Fatal Crash on HWY 155 & Melcher Rd
Bakersfield, CA (August 9, 2022) – On Monday morning, August 8, a serious accident was reported in Bakersfield that killed two people and injured three others.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred just before 2 a.m. when a Dodge failed to stop at a stop sign on Melcher Rd and Hwy 155 and T-boned a Kia.
Emergency personnel was called to the scene. Two people in the Kia, Ray Segura, 33, and Fancy Renee Castro, 30, suffered serious, life-threatening injuries. They both died as a result of the injuries sustained in the accident.
Three people in the Dodge were also injured and taken to Kern Medical for moderate to serious injuries.
The accident caused much damage to the involved vehicles and the area had delays as crews tended to the victims and cleared the accident.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
Our thoughts are also with the others who were injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Los Angeles and the surrounding area are one of the busiest and most dangerous metropolitans in the country. Many motorists speed in California and break other traffic rules, adding to the dangers found on the roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 3,500 people were killed in fatal car accidents in California in 2018. The trend shows that serious and fatal accidents are increasing, and even increased nationally during the pandemic. There are many reasons for accidents to happen in California, such as texting while driving, speeding, impaired driving, or simply failing to yield or stop at traffic lights and stop signs. More than one-third of all road fatalities in the US are caused by reckless driving.
Losing a loved one is never an easy thing to deal with and can be very overwhelming, and full of emotions. This is especially the case when their passing came unexpectedly and tragically. The last thing you want to think about when mourning a loved one is legal and insurance matters. But these are necessary things that need to be dealt with. This is where contacting a compassionate wrongful death attorney can help you handle these important matters.
If someone you love was killed in an accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, it’s important to hold that person responsible for their actions. When you lose a loved one, no amount of money could replace their place in your life. However, filing a wrongful death suit against a negligent party can bring justice and closure for your deceased family member’s passing and help ease the stress of any financial burdens caused by their death.
If you have lost somebody you love in a fatal car accident, speak with a legal advocate that you can trust. Please do not hesitate to contact a Bakersfield wrongful death attorney by calling (888) 539-3154 to see how we can help you.
Note: This post was created through the use of secondary sources such as state and local news sources, police accident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious injury accidents that take place in Orange County. The facts surrounding this accident have not been independently verified, therefore, if any information is incorrect, please contact Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer so we can update the post with the most accurate information available. We will remove this post upon request.
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