Solo-Vehicle Collision Leaves Teenage Girl Dead

19-year-old Serenity Lira, of Fontana, died in a solo-vehicle collision in Banning on Saturday morning.

Lira was in the vehicle with another person when it crashed on the Interstate 10 Freeway around 12:35 a.m. 

She suffered major injuries and was sadly declared dead at the scene. 

The other person was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries. It is unclear at this time if Lira was the driver or passenger in the vehicle. 

CHP is actively investigating the cause of the crash. 

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Serenity Lira.

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

If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.