Traffic Stalled after Santa Clarita Accident on Templin Highway
SANTA CLARITA, CA (June 6, 2021) – Friday afternoon, authorities arrested a driver after a police chase ended in a crash on Templin Highway.
According to CHP Traffic Management Center Officer Stephan Brandt, the incident happened at around 1:30 p.m. The officers received a report about a hit-and-run crash near 5 Freeway and 210 Freeway in Sylmar.
Officers caught up with the suspect around Valencia Boulevard and attempted a traffic stop. Then, the authorities started a pursuit after the hit-and-run vehicle fled north on 5 Freeway.
They continued chasing the suspect from Castique to Templin Highway. Then, the hit-and-run vehicle has been involved in a rollover crash.
Moreover, responders confirmed that no one was injured in the initial crash. Also, the suspect sustained no injuries in the rollover crash.
Meanwhile, the CHP temporarily closed all northbound lanes of the I-5 Freeway. A SigAlert was issued at around 2:04 p.m.
May this incident be a reminder for all motorists to drive responsibly. Moreover, drivers should also keep in mind that distracted driving, speeding, and driving inebriated will lead to dangerous road accidents.
What to Do After Crash on Templin Highway
Indeed, while driving is essential for many, it is one of the most dangerous daily maneuvers. It is therefore important to know what to do if you find yourself in a traffic collision.
On the AAA Foundation Web site, chief executive officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”
Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation spearheaded by an experienced lawyer. A lawyer will make sure any victims impacted are not cheated of the proper compensation they are owed.
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