A preliminary investigation revealed that a 77-year-old man was driving a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer when, for unknown reasons, he struck a 2011 Toyota Highlander on its right side, causing the Highlander to overturn
Imperial County, CA – An 8-year-old girl was killed in a Tuesday mid-morning traffic collision at an intersection in Imperial County.
The accident happened at around 11:05 a.m. at Brawley Avenue and State Route 86, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A preliminary investigation revealed that a 77-year-old man was driving a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer when, for unknown reasons, he struck a 2011 Toyota Highlander on its right side, causing the Highlander to overturn.
A 38-year-old woman driving the Toyota sustained moderate injuries.
A 2-year-old female passenger in the Toyota sustained unknown injuries.
An 8-year-old female passenger was ejected from the Toyota and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 77-year-old man driving the Chevrolet and an 82-year-old woman passenger did not sustain any injuries.
More information about the incident was not provided.
An investigation is ongoing.
Seek Help from an Auto-Accident Lawyer
If another person's negligence caused a car accident that left you injured, you may have the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault party's insurance company. Navigating the legal process, however, may be tedious and require legal expertise to achieve reasonable results. Involving a competent auto-accident lawyer in your pursuit of justice can maximize your compensation.
At Pacific Attorney Group, we have a team of experienced car accident lawyers who thoroughly understand the nitty gritty of insurance claims process and can skillfully represent you in court.
If you were hurt in an auto accident, consider speaking with one of our attorneys for legal counsel. Click to call : 866-796-0669.
