Lance Erskine and 1 Other Dies in Santa Ana Freeway Crash [Santa Fe Springs, CA]

Santa Fe Springs, CA (December 6, 2023) On Tuesday morning, 20-year-old Lance Erskine of Fountain Valley and another passenger were killed in the Santa Ana (5) Freeway Crash.

According to the CHP, the fatal DUI crash happened around 1:35 a.m. on the southbound freeway and the Carmenita Road exit.

Reports say that 19-year-old Landon Hazelwood was driving under the influence and crashed his vehicle into the back of a stopped big rig.

Officials say that first responders found Hazelwood injured and his 2 passengers dead at the scene. Erskine was later identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner as one of the passengers.

Medics rushed Hazelwood to the hospital and was later arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.

CHP is investigating the fatal DUI crash and have not released further information at this time.

---

Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved families of Lance Paul Erskine and the other victim in the Santa Ana Freeway crash. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

---

Lance Erskine Dies in Suspected DUI Crash on Santa Ana Freeway

Texas’ road accident rate continues to increase, rather than decrease. Road accidents still happen despite the additional safety features of newer vehicle models.

The increasing crash rate indicates that auto accidents happen everywhere. In fact, they are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.

Accordingly, the NHTSA says two out of three motorists will experience a traffic accident during their life.

That is why it is truly important to reach out to us if a loved one dies in an accident.

When you hire our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you will only need to tend to your well-being. Our team will focus on your legal claim.

Let Us Win Your Legal Case

To the bereaved of people involved in a similar tragedy, you don’t need to experience hardship because of other people’s negligence. Our legal experts will find the best possible outcome for you.

With over 40 years of experience in the legal field, we know what it takes to win your auto accident case.

Our attorneys will fight to achieve the justice you and your family truly deserve from a deadly incident.

Call us at (800) 674 7852.