Michael Shepard Killed in Highway 14 Crash in Santa Clarita

Michael Shepard Killed in Highway 14 Crash in Santa Clarita
Michael Shepard Killed in Highway 14 Crash in Santa Clarita

Michael Shepard Dies After Crashing Into Caltrans Vehicle on Highway 14 Near Sand Canyon Road

 
SANTA CLARITA, CA (January 25, 2019) – An off-duty Los Angeles County Fire Department captain perished Wednesday morning when his car plowed into a Caltrans vehicle on Highway 14 near Sand Canyon Road.
 
The incident happened around 11:20 a.m. on the northbound side of Highway 14. Capt. Michael Shepard crashed his Jeep into a parked Caltrans truck in the center median. When LA County firefighters responded to the scene, they found the 63-year-old trapped inside the vehicle.
 
Extrication was difficult, according to authorities. Shepherd was declared dead moments later.
 
The father of six leaves behind his wife and seven grandchildren and his colleagues and family are remembering him as a dedicated fire captain, father and husband.
 
The liabilities of this crash are still under investigation by authorities.


We would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Michael Shepard.


At the Sweet Law Group, you can find our wrongful death and personal injury attorneys ready to assist you. We are driven to provide our clients with steadfast representation, dedicated attention and compassion. It’s not an easy time for you and knowing this, we encourage you to take it easy while we handle your case. If you’d like to get your case into the hands of an expert, call (800) 203-3061 to reach us.
 

 

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