2-Vehicle Accident Kills 68-Year-Old Man 

A pickup truck and ambulance collided on Friday morning in Fontana, resulting in the death of Malcolm Erbst. 

Per reports, the deadly accident took place around 10:19 a.m. on November 26th. 

It is unclear at this time what caused the collision, however the ambulance sustained major front end damage. 

In addition, the pickup truck overturned causing the driver and a dog inside to be trapped. 

Sadly, Erbst, the driver of the pickup, died at the scene of the crash. 

The emergency personnel inside of the ambulance also sustained moderate injuries and were treated at a local hospital.

Investigators are actively working to determine liability. 

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Malcolm Erbst. 

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

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. 

It is also important to remember that in the state of California a person involved in a car accident who has sustained injuries has to file a claim within two years of the accident.