Roseville, CA – A two-vehicle collision took place on Monday, April 15, 2024, resulting in the loss of a passenger’s life and leaving the driver with severe injuries, according to the Sacramento Bee. The incident occurred around 6:45 PM at the intersection of Walerga Road and Doyle Ranch Drive.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that the collision involved a Mazda 3 and a Mercedes-Benz. While a male passenger in the Mazda 3 tragically lost his life, the driver of the Mercedes-Benz, also male, reported experiencing pain and was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical evaluation.
The CHP is actively investigating the collision and its underlying cause. As of now, the identity of the deceased passenger has not been released, pending notification of family members by officials from the Placer County Coroner’s Office.
Wrongful Death Claims
Establishing fault in a collision can depend on multiple factors. Helping to determine legal liability is one of the ways that a personal injury attorney can help grieving families recovering from the loss of a loved one in a traffic accident.
If it is determined that another driver holds responsibility for their loved one’s death, they may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim with the insurance provider of the at-fault driver. A wrongful death claim can provide compensation to help cover hospital fees, burial costs, and the loss of support for dependents of the deceased.
