Morgan Hill, CA (December 22, 2024) – Two people were killed in a head-on collision early Sunday morning when a speeding driver lost control and crashed into an oncoming vehicle in Morgan Hill.
Incident Details: The crash occurred at 8:44 a.m. on Monterey Road near Middle Avenue. According to Morgan Hill Police, a northbound driver was traveling at high speeds when they lost control of their vehicle and collided with another car heading south. Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. This was the second of two fatal collisions reported in Morgan Hill that day.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: Preliminary findings suggest that excessive speed was a central factor in this deadly crash. The Morgan Hill Police Department will examine road conditions, vehicle data, and possible contributing factors such as distracted driving or impairment. Speed-related collisions often result in shared or full liability for the driver who violated safe driving norms. Surviving family members of the second driver may consider filing a wrongful death claim if evidence confirms the other driver was negligent.
Source: East Bay Times