Passenger Robert Clark Injured in Deadly Crash on Highway 44 [Redding, CA]

Redding, CA (August 30, 2024) – Passengers Robert Clark, 59, and Ines Bruno, 37, were injured in a deadly vehicle crash on Highway 44 early Thursday morning.

It was before 1 a.m. when the deadly fiery collision happened between the Old Oregon Trail and Stillwater Road exits on SR-44 East.

Responding officers located a Chevrolet Equinox in flames and the fire had spread to vegetation nearby.  The Redding Fire Department was able to get the fire out in 10 minutes.

Upon investigation, the authorities determined the vehicle had left the roadway and crashed into trees before it started a fire.

A 64-year-old Redding woman in the front passenger seat was pinned and despite the rescuers’ efforts, she sadly died in the fire.

The three other occupants of the vehicle were passengers Robert Clark, Ines Bruno, and the driver, were taken to Mercy Medical Center in Redding with major injuries.

The driver, Phillip Applegate, 58, was suspected to be under the influence of drugs and was later arrested.

Meanwhile, the authorities withheld the name of the deceased pending notification of kin

---

Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. Similarly, we wish the injured victims a fast recovery.

---

Find a Legal Team to Defend Your Rights

With a firm commitment to client care, we will work tirelessly to ensure you and your loved ones receive the compensation you deserve. We believe you deserve the best legal representation and proper compensation for your pain and suffering. Please let us help you and your family during this difficult time in your lives.

Sweet Lawyers‘ attorneys provide personalized legal assistance by taking the time to understand each client’s unique situation and needs. They offer one-on-one consultations, gather all necessary evidence, and build a strong case tailored to the specific circumstances of the collision. Our team’s commitment to client care ensures that we will fight tirelessly to secure the highest restitution possible and protect our clients from further losses.

Seeking legal representation is crucial in a wrongful death case. An experienced attorney can guide the family through the complex legal process, ensure the victim’s rights are protected, allowing them to focus on healing and grieving their loss.

If you refuse to settle and want to seek justice, please call (800) 674-7852. You may also contact our team here. Our attorneys excel at wrongful death and personal injury situations.