Freemont, CA (December 11, 2024) – On the night of Wednesday, December 11, 2024, a tragic high-speed crash in Fremont left two men dead after their BMW sedan collided with a tree and struck a house on Castro Lane at Mission Boulevard.
Accident Details: Witnesses reported that the car was traveling at a speed exceeding 100 mph when it lost control and split in two upon impact. The collision caused significant damage to the home’s garage door and siding. No one in the house was harmed. One of the victims has been identified as Amit Singh, 33, of Fremont. It is still unclear whether he was the driver or passenger. Fremont Police have confirmed that this was the 14th fatal traffic collision in the city this year.
Legal Considerations: As a personal injury attorney, I find that this accident raises questions about liability, which may involve examining the following:
- Potential Negligence by the Driver: Excessive speed is likely a primary factor in this crash.
- Road and Area Safety Concerns: Residents have highlighted speeding as a recurring problem in the Mission Hills neighborhood. If the road design or lack of traffic-calming measures contributed to the frequency of high-speed driving, local authorities might face liability for failing to address known safety issues.
- Vehicle Condition: Investigators may also examine whether any mechanical failure in the BMW contributed to the collision, potentially implicating manufacturers or maintenance providers.
If another party’s negligence is identified as the cause of the accident, the families of Amit Singh and the other deceased may be able to pursue wrongful death claims. This legal action could provide them with financial relief for burial costs, loss of companionship, and other damages caused by the death of their loved ones. Even if the driver is found partially negligent for speeding, his family may still be able to recover compensation based on California’s comparative negligence law.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected by this accident.
Source: Fox 2 KTVU