Porterville Accident on Highway 65 near Tea Pot Dome Kills Luis Carlos
Porterville, California (November 10, 2021) – The Bakersfield man who died following a head-on accident on a highway in Porterville Saturday afternoon has been identified as 53-year-old Luis Carlos, a local news source reported.
The fatal wrong-way crash took place on Highway 65, just north of Tea Pot Dome, at approximately 6:30 p.m. on November 6.
As per the Porterville Police dispatch, a GMC Canyon pickup truck operated by Luis at approximately 65 miles per hour swerved into opposite traffic before crashing with a Dodge Caravan in the afternoon hours.
Luis Carlos Fatal Porterville Car Crash
Sadly, Carlos was declared deceased at the crash site. A passenger riding in the GMC was flown to Kaweah Health for treatment of major injuries sustained in the accident.
Paramedics attended to the Dodge Caravan's occupants who had sustained minor injuries before rushing them to Sierra View District Hospital for further medication.
After the crash, Porterville Police stated they located both full and empty beer cans inside the GMC pickup.
Alcohol is suspected of having played a role in the crash, according to authorities.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Porterville Police urge anyone with additional information about this collision to call them at 559-782-7400.
Fatal Auto Accidents in California
Auto accidents happen every day in roadways in California, some of them resulting in significant injuries that ultimately cause death.
It is unfortunate that many fatal car accidents in California result from the negligence of one or more drivers.
The aftermath of a fatal collision is always unbearable for the deceased's family members.
Although there is no amount of compensation that can replace a loved one, the immediate family members of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim to help settle outstanding medical bills. In addition, there is a need to seek compensation for loss of consortium, loss of a loved one's future income, emotional suffering, among other damages.
Wrongful Death Claim
A wrongful death claim can be negotiated with an insurance company or through a court of law. For a family member to establish a wrongful death claim, there must be evidence that the negligent party directly caused the injuries and death of their loved one.
At this point, it is advisable to involve a qualified wrongful death lawyer to help bring expertise to your claim.