The Fresno Bee reports that three members of a family from Visalia have tragically been killed in a car accident that was caused by a high-speed chase. According to the article, a male ex-convict ran a red light at the corner of Akers Street and Caldwell Avenue in Visalia, colliding into the vehicle carrying two parents and their 17-year-old son. An investigation has been launched by Tulare County to determine whether department policy was adhered to before the fatal accident while the ex-convict was being pursued. Since the crash is still under investigation, it is uncertain at this time what charges the ex-convict could face in addition to evading arrest and violating parole.
The high-speed chase reportedly started after the deputy attempted to pull over the sport utility vehicle hauling a trailer being driven by the man. After the red light was run, the SUV crashed into the 2000 Chevrolet Impala carrying members of the family. The SUV trailer veered to the side and struck a 2002 Volvo sedan. As a consequence, a passenger in the man's SUV suffered a head injury when she was thrown out of the vehicle and two individuals in the Volvo were injured. The ex-convict sustained minor injuries.
According to information that has been released about the crash so far, the deputy squad car involved in the accident did have its lights and sirens on. In addition, the high-speed chase occurred over a course of approximately two miles and lasted less than two minutes at a time of day when traffic is typically not as congested.
The potential dangers that intersections pose can be avoided if motorists follow traffic signals and yield to the right-of-way of other vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. The loss of a loved one is devastating enough without the cause being negligent, reckless, or distracted driving. Fresno wrongful death lawyers have the legal experience and resources to help surviving family members of auto accident victims obtain the compensation that they deserve for their losses and suffering.
Source: Fresno Bee
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