Christopher Dixon Dies in Rear-End Crash on Highway 395 [Adelanto, CA]

Adelanto, CA (September 19, 2022) – On Sunday, Christopher Dixon, 35, of Adelanto, died, while Juan Diaz-Pascasio, 33, of Victorville, sustained injuries in a rear-end crash on Highway 395.

The fatal collision happened at about 6:11 p.m. in the area of Auburn Avenue.

Officers say Christopher Dixon was stopped on the freeway northbound lane waiting to turn left onto Auburn Avenue.

At the same time, David Gillis, 49, of Georgia, was driving a 2015 Toyota Tundraon the same lane and rear-ended Christopher Dixon’s 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.

The impact of the crash pushed Christopher Dixon’s vehicle into the southbound lane. Then, it was broadsided by a southbound 2020 Dodge Durango, driven by Juan Diaz-Pascasio before it overturned. 

Sadly, Christopher Dixon lost his life at the scene. 

Moreover, Juan Diaz-Pascasio and several of his passengers sustained minor to moderate injuries. The paramedics transported them to hospitals for treatment. 

Police say David Gillis did not sustain injuries from the collision.

According to the authorities, “at this time, alcohol, drugs, and excessive speed do not appear to be a factor in the collision. However, distracted driving is suspected to be a factor. The report will be forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office for review and filing of charges.”

Please reach out to Deputy Kevin Riberich with the Victor Valley Station at (760) 552-6800 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001 for more details about the fatal crash on Highway 395. Callers who wants remain anonymous may to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.

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Sweet Lawyers express our sympathies to the family of Christopher Dixon. Our hearts are with you through these trying times. We also wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured in the fatal crash on Highway 395.

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Despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models, California’s road accident rate continues to increase, rather than decrease.

The increasing crash rate reflects that auto accidents are becoming rampant. They are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.

According to the NHTSA, two out of three motorists will be involved in a traffic accident during their life.

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To the bereaved of Christopher Dixon, you don’t need to experience more hardship because of other people’s negligence. Our legal experts will find the best possible outcome for our clients.

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