Man Killed in Bus Crash on Riverside Street

A school bus and Chevrolet HHR collided in Lake Elsinore on Thursday morning, resulting in a death. 

The accident took place just after 6:30 a.m. on May 12th. 

Per CHP, 57-year-old Anthony Ramirez, of Lake Elsinore, sadly died as a result.

It is unclear at this time what caused the accident on Riverside Street near Highway 74.

One person had to be extricated from the Chevrolet due to the impact. 

Emergency personnel transported Ramirez to Inland Valley Medical Center where he was sadly pronounced dead. 

There was also a student who suffered a possible fractured leg and was taken to the hospital for treatment. 

Investigators are actively working to determine fault. 

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Anthony Ramirez.

In 2020, studies showed that the state of California reported 3,723 motor-vehicle deaths which was an increase from 2019. 

In the U.S. one’s odds of dying in a car accident is around 1 in 107.

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 also be entitled to wrongful death benefits.

Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.