Corona, CA (April 27, 2024) – A tragic multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 15 in Temescal Valley resulted in one fatality and injuries to three others this past weekend. The Riverside County coroner’s office has identified the individual who died as James Saunders, 60, from Concord.
Incident Overview: The incident occurred at 3:25 a.m. on Saturday on the southbound side of the freeway, approximately a quarter-mile south of Dos Lagos Drive. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find one person deceased and three others suffering from minor to moderate injuries. The injured were quickly transported to local hospitals for treatment.
Ongoing Investigation and Legal Implications: The California Highway Patrol is conducting a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash. As of now, the details of what led to the accident are still being determined, and further information will be released as it becomes available. Depending on the facts of the incident, the family of Saunders could consider filing a wrongful death claim.
My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of James Saunders following this terrible accident. I hope that they receive the support they need and that the investigation reveals more information about what happened to cause the crash.
Source: Patch