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Los Angeles, CA – A fatal wrong-way crash on the 10 Freeway at Central Avenue claimed one life early Sunday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision occurred around 5:25 a.m. when a driver, traveling in the wrong direction on the freeway, collided with two other vehicles. Authorities reported that one person died at the scene of the crash. Multiple others sustained injuries and were transported to the hospital for medical care. The severity of their injuries has not been publicly disclosed. Authorities temporarily closed several lanes of the freeway as they investigated the incident. The cause of the wrong-way driving remains under review.
Los Angeles, CA – On Thursday, October 19, 2023, at approximately 4:38 a.m., a tragic wrong-way collision occurred on the eastbound 10 Freeway, just east of Santa Fe Avenue in downtown Los Angeles. The crash involved a 2022 Kia Stinger, driven by 25-year-old Brandon Bencomo, traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes, and a Honda sedan driven by 34-year-old Esteban Jaramillo. The head-on collision resulted in the death of Mr. Jaramillo at the scene. Three occupants of the Kia, including a 22-year-old woman and a 5-year-old girl, sustained injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment. The California Highway Patrol arrested Mr. Bencomo on suspicion of DUI and murder
This devastating incident underscores the dangers of impaired driving and the catastrophic consequences it can have on innocent lives. Families affected by such tragedies often face overwhelming emotional and financial burdens.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a collision on the 10 Freeway or anywhere in Los Angeles County, understanding your legal rights is crucial. At Culver Legal, we offer a free, no-obligation case evaluation to help you navigate your options. If the accident was caused by another party’s negligence, such as impaired driving or reckless behavior, we will conduct a comprehensive investigation to identify the responsible party and determine whether pursuing a wrongful death or personal injury claim is the right step for you.
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