Asha Riley Injured in Deadly Chain-Reaction Crash at Highway 12 and Beck Avenue in Fairfield
22-Year-Old Asha Riley Injured in Fatal Fairfield Chain-Reaction Accident on Highway 12 and Beck Avenue
Fairfield, California (May 10, 2019) – A 22-year-old Fairfield woman was among drivers injured in a fatal chain-reaction accident that occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Fairfield, according to a local news source.
The deadly wreck was reported at about 3:22 p.m. May 8, in the area of Highway 12 and Beck Avenue.
According to the CHP, four cars were stopped at a red light in the No. 1 Lane of eastbound State Highway 12 at Beck Avenue when, for an unknown reason, a Volkswagen Passat was rear-ended by a white Mercedes Benz van.
The Volkswagen was pushed into the back of a gray Hyundai sedan, which then struck a BMW sedan. The BMW in turn rear-ended an Audi sedan.
Asha Riley Injured in Fatal Fairfield Chain-Reaction Collision
Riley was identified as the driver of the Audi. She and two other drivers suffered minor injuries.
The driver of the Volkswagen was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the Mercedes was transported to Kaiser Permanente Vacaville with moderate injuries.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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 you have been involved in a traffic accident and got injured, it is important to get in touch with a litigator immediately for guidance. Insurance companies may want you to settle for much less than what you are owed and is highly recommended that you speak to a lawyer who will go to great length to ensure that justice is served and you are compensated in full. At Pacific Attorney Group, our attorneys are highly skilled and have years of experience in dealing with such cases as personal injury, auto accidents, and wrongful death. Call us today for a free consultation.
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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.
