(16.07.2024) Collision of several vehicles along Autobahn 215

At least one person was hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash in Riverside County early Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024.

According to responding officers, the accident occurred just before 1:00 a.m. on the 215 Freeway northbound near Center Street.

Authorities said eight vehicles were involved in the crash on the highway. Upon arrival, police found at least one person trapped in one of the damaged vehicles. Emergency responders immediately extricated the victim and took him to a local hospital.

Details of the accident and the total number of people involved have not been released. No other injuries have been reported at the time of writing.

A SigAlert was issued for the closure of the northbound lanes, but they were reopened around 7:00 a.m.

Police are still investigating the accident to determine the possible causes of the collision. Further details were not available.

Witnesses are asked to contact the authorities and assist with the ongoing investigation.

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What to do after a car accident in Riverside County?

No one can predict a car accident or collision, but you can prepare for it. A car accident checklist in your glove compartment can help you stay calm and organized after a car accident. It can tell you what to do, what not to do, and how to best protect your rights. You are not alone after a collision, no matter how big or small it may seem to you.

Whether you are the injured victim or the family of a deceased loved one, here are some things you should do after a car accident:

1. stay calm – Stay at the scene of the accident and make sure everyone is OK. Check yourself for injuries first, then check others. Stay calm and try your best to regain your composure.
2. Go to a safe place – Move your vehicle or pull over to the side of the road if possible. Turn on your hazard lights to alert other drivers to the accident so they can slow down as you approach. Find a safe place to wait for the police.
3. Call 911 – Call the authorities to report your accident as soon as possible. The police can document the incident, gather information and enter it into an official report.
4. Exchange information – Exchange names, phone numbers and insurance information with the other drivers involved in the accident. If possible, take photos of the vehicles, license plates and other important details.
5. Don’t admit blame – This is a common mistake people make after a traffic accident. When speaking to a police officer, limit yourself to the facts of what happened, but never admit blame or say “sorry”. Nevertheless, describe the accident in as much detail as possible.
6. Seek medical treatment – Go to the hospital or your GP immediately. Prompt medical attention can help reduce the damage you suffer from injuries. Tests and scans can identify internal injuries that may not yet have symptoms.
7. Report it to your insurance company – Most insurers have deadlines within which you must report an accident in California. Call quickly and follow the agent’s instructions to report your accident.
8. Talk to insurance adjusters – You may receive a call from the other party’s insurance company the same day you had the accident. You can speak to the adjuster, but do not give out any more information than necessary. Do not take a statement or accept an insurance offer until you have spoken to an attorney.
9. Creating a file – Keep accident-related documents organized and together. Your file should include a copy of the police report, medical bills, the other driver’s information, treatment plans for injuries, and any other documents you have collected related to the incident.
10. Call our car accident lawyers – If in doubt, call us at (888) 488-1391. We offer free consultations so you can discuss your car accident without risk or obligation. We can determine if your case has merit, help you talk to insurance companies, and assist you in filing a personal injury claim if necessary. Our California car accident lawyers are here for you. Our team answers the questions and concerns of many victims.

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Car accident statistics

Based on data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 2021, car crashes accounted for 21% of all preventable injury-related deaths in the United States. From January to June 2023, approximately 19,515 deaths were recorded from traffic accidents, which is 3.3% less than the total of 20,190 deaths reported in the first half of 2022.

For the first half of 2023, the NHTSA recorded 2,061 motor vehicle accident deaths in California. In the previous year, the state had a total of 160,819 fatal and injured accidents.

According to the latest data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System, there were 10,441 crashes resulting in injuries or deaths in Riverside County in 2023.