EAST LOS ANGELES, CA (April 21, 2024) – A 43-year-old woman, identified as Katherine Garcia, was killed in a two-vehicle collision that occurred on Sunday evening in East Los Angeles. Officials from the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner confirmed the fatal incident.
The collision took place at approximately 6:20 p.m. at the busy intersection of East Third Street and Kern Avenue. Details of what led to the crash have not yet been released, but initial reports indicate one of the vehicles involved struck a bus stop near the intersection. There were no immediate reports of other injuries resulting from the accident.
Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the exact cause of the devastating incident. As is standard in collisions of this magnitude, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is spearheading the initial inquiry. Despite the absence of conclusive findings at this time, the investigation will consider various potential factors, such as speed, alcohol and drug influence, improper lane usage, failure to yield right of way, and distracted driving. These elements have historically been leading contributors to fatal crashes, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Following the tragic loss of Katherine Garcia, her family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death claims serve to provide financial compensation for individuals who have suffered the loss of a loved one due