Nicholas Lanni and Gene Kittiko Dies in Tragic Crash on Interstate 15 [Lake Elsinore, CA]

Lake Elsinore, CA (March 8, 2024) On Wednesday evening, 34-year-old Nicholas Lanni of Norco, and 79-year-old Gene Kittiko of Ontario, died in a horrific 4-car crash on I-15.

According to the CHP, the deadly 4-car collision happened around 10 p.m. on northbound Interstate 15, just south of Indian Truck Trail.

Reports say that a gray sedan hit the center divider and led to a multi-vehicle crash. Officials say that all 4 vehicles suffered major damages and blocked at least 2 lanes of the freeway.

Officials pronounced Lanni dead at the scene, despite rescuers’ attempt to save his life.

Meanwhile, 4 other people suffered injuries and were taken to the hospital, however, officials say that a critically injured man, later identified as Kittiko, ultimately succumbed to his injuries and died 2 hours later.

CHP is investigating the horrific traffic crash and has not released additional information at this time.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved families of Nicholas Lanni and Gene Kittiko. Our hearts are with you through these trying times. We also wish the injured parties a quick recovery.

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Gene Kittiko and Nicholas Lanni Killed in Horrific Traffic Accident on Interstate 15

In a time filled with uncertainty, confronting a tragic loss like the horrific crash on Interstate 15 can seem unimaginable.

Moreover, the bereaved must be aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.

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Furthermore, nearly 1.25 million people are killed in traffic accidents each year. That means, on average, auto accidents cause 3,287 deaths per day.

Road accidents like the 4-car collision on I-15 are the leading cause of death in the U.S. for people aged 1-54.

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