83-Year-Old Man Killed in Car Accident at Camden Avenue and Camelia Drive in San Jose
83-Year-Old Man Dies Months after San Jose Crash at Camden Avenue and Camelia Drive
San Jose, California (April 15, 2019) – The 83-year-old man who was injured late last year in a traffic accident in San Jose has died, according to police.
The accident took place at around 2:50 p.m. Sunday, November 18, 2018, at Camden Avenue and Camelia Drive.
Police said a 16-year-old boy was driving a blue 2012 BMW southbound on Camden Drive while a black 2006 GMC Yukon driven by a 53-year-old man, was making a left turn onto Camelia from northbound Camden drive.
For an undetermined reason, the BMW then struck the GMC on the passenger side. The force of the impact caused the GMC to roll multiple times.
Elderly Man Dies Months after Car Accident at Camden Avenue and Camelia Drive in San Jose
The 83-year-old man, who was a passenger in the GMC, was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries Monday, April 15, 2019. His name has not been released pending notification of family.
Both drivers stopped at the scene and complied with investigators. Neither drugs nor alcohol was suspected factors in the crash.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our condolences go to the family and friends of the person killed as they cope with the tragic crash.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
If your loved one has been killed in a traffic accident because of a third party’s negligence, you can file a wrongful death claim against the responsible party. Our experienced lawyers at Pacific Attorney Group will help you get justice for your loved one.
If you are a family member of the person killed and you would like to get a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident.
Car accidents happen very fast leaving the motorist without much time to make decisions. However, actions a motorist takes after the collision are important in ensuring the safety of their passengers and other motorists. Drivers are encouraged to take the following actions after the crash.
- Stay at the scene of the accident. However, the vehicle should be moved safely away from traffic to avoid more possible collisions.
- Check on the safety of the passengers and other drivers and promptly notify the authorities.
- Exchange vital information with the other drivers. If possible, exchange contacts with witnesses.
- Take photos of the damage to your car.
- Contact your insurance company immediately. You are encouraged to disclose all the vital information as truthfully as possible.
- Keep all the medical records and keep track of all the related expenses.
