San Bernardino County, CA – On the morning of Tuesday, March 11, 2025, two people suffered fatal injuries in a crash involving an SUV and a big rig, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 6:16 AM near mile marker 53 westbound on I-40, Blue Star Memorial Freeway.
Authorities said an SUV veered off the road and was initially reported as smoking by a witness. Further reports indicated that a big rig was also involved, and both vehicles were difficult to see from the roadway. The big rig, carrying frozen chickens, had rolled into the desert west of the SUV.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found one occupant outside the big rig, while two others inside were unresponsive. Fire personnel later extricated two individuals who were pronounced dead at the scene.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department was notified, and the coroner was expected to arrive by early afternoon. Traffic delays occurred as Caltrans shut down a lane for recovery operations.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and officials have not determined whether speed, impairment, or other factors contributed to the collision.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Liability
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Liability rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
California Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Wrongful Death Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
