1 Dead and 1 Hurt in Upland Auto Accident on Foothill Boulevard and Benson Avenue
UPLAND, CA (June 1, 2021) – Sunday night, a person died and another suffered injuries in a car crash on Foothill Boulevard and Benson Avenue.
The authorities received a call just after 10:00 p.m. about a vehicle crashing into a tree. According to reports, the crash happened on the center median in the 1600 block of West Foothill Boulevard near the intersection with Benson Avenue.
When the authorities arrived, they found a female driver inside the car. However, they declared her dead at the scene at 10:35 p.m., said James Schiller, spokesman for the San Bernardino County Fire Department.
At this time, the identity of the deceased remains undisclosed due to pending family notification.
Also, rescue crews utilized heavy machinery to free another person from the battered black Acura. Then, responders took that person to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
As a result of the crash, the authorities shut down the 1600 block of Foothill Boulevard for several hours during the investigation.
Further details about the victim, the parties involved and the crash remains unavailable.
Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.
Moving Forward after a Tragic Loss in a Crash
The loss of a dear one is irreversible. Thus, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
Those impacted must recognize they may have the authority to file a wrongful death suit. This may be the most beneficial step towards recovery.
Filing a claim will help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to the deceased,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
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