Female Driver Dead in Fatal Lancaster Car Crash on Challenger Way
LANCASTER, CA (December 9, 2020) – Saturday afternoon, a driver died in a two-vehicle accident on Challenger Way near Avenue J-3.
The deadly incident occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Challenger Way near Avenue J-3/
According to the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station, the woman drove a black Toyota Corolla.
Then, the vehicle “entered Challenger Way eastbound from the driveway of the Auto Zone into the path of a black BMW… [that] was traveling southbound on Challenger Way.”
As a result, responders took the female driver to a local hospital, where she later died.
At this time, her identity hasn’t been released due to pending family notification. However, the authorities confirmed that she was in her 40s.
Meanwhile, BMW’s male driver stayed at the scene and suffered minor injuries.
“The cause of the collision is still being investigated. Speed may be a factor in the collision. It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs played a role,” reports stated.
The authorities urged anyone with information about the crash to call traffic investigators at the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station at 661-948-8466.
Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.
Moving Forward after a Tragic Loss in a Crash
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The family of the victim must become aware that 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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