Brutal Two-Vehicle Crash near Mission Gate Road and SR-246 Kills 1 [Lompoc, CA]

1 Person Dead in Lompoc Traffic Accident near Mission Gate Road and SR-246

LOMPOC, CA (February 12, 2024) – Sunday afternoon, a brutal two-vehicle crash near Mission Gate Road and SR-246 killed one person.

The incident happened at around 3:38 p.m. near Mission Gate Road on SR-246.

According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, a Toyota Tacoma pickup collided head-on with a sedan for still unknown reasons.

Moreover, responders pronounced the female driver of the sedan, dead at the scene. Then, paramedics transported the male driver of the Tacoma to Lompoc Hospital with moderate injuries.

Furthermore, the crash closed a section of SR-246 but has long since reopened.

At this time, the events leading to the crash remained unclear. When additional information becomes available, the public will be notified.

Due to limited information, the CHP continued to investigate the crash.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.

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Moving Forward after Brutal Two-Vehicle Crash near Mission Gate Road and SR-246

While the loss of a dear one is irreversible, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
 
The family of the victim must become aware that they may have the authority to file a wrongful death suit. A wrongful death suit can be the most beneficial step toward recovery.
 
Filing a wrongful death 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 your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
 
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