Fatal Traffic Accident on Cypress Avenue
CHP is actively working to determine the cause of a fatal crash that occurred in King City on Tuesday night.
It was at 8:37 p.m. when an Acura collided with another vehicle on Cypress Avenue.
Due to the impact, the Acura rolled over onto a reservoir and became submerged.
Unfortunately, one person was killed as a result. Their identity is being withheld at this time pending notification of kin.
An active investigation remains underway.
Statistics show that rollover accidents account for about one-third of all fatalities in the U.S. In addition, 30% of vehicle fatalities are rollover crashes. These types of accidents are far more likely to result in a fatality than non-rollover crashes.
Always make sure to wear a seatbelt, obey traffic laws, and avoid distractions while driving.
If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits.
Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.