Investigators believe that a recent multi-vehicle truck accident on California’s Interstate 5 was the result of reckless speeding on the part of the truck driver, who was traveling too fast into a construction zone and triggered the fiery crash that killed three people this past Monday. According to California Highway Patrol, 2 adults and one child died in the collision, which sent a total of five vehicles up in flames.
An initial collision report claims that the bobtail truck merged into the left lane of the highway just as traffic began to slow for a lane closure. This caused the truck to strike several vehicles that were either slowing or stopped in the left lane.
While alcohol and drugs are not believed to be factors in this particular collision, the reckless speed the truck was traveling at was confirmed by several witnesses. One witness who almost became involved in the collision stated that she did not see the truck changing its speed at all as it came “flying” at the stopped vehicles.
The immense size and weight of commercial trucks makes them a danger on the road even when the drivers are taking precautions to drive safely. When a reckless truck driver causes an accident of this magnitude, he can and should be held accountable for negligence.
If you or one of your loved ones has been injured in a truck accident in California, please contact the experienced truck accident attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers, LLC today for a free case evaluation.
