Collision at Road 256 and Avenue 95 claims lives of two people, authorities say
Terra Bella, CA, (January 10, 2025) - A GoFundMe page set up for Adelina Flores and Felipe Reyes says the duo was pinned in their vehicles after a crash with a semi-truck in Tulare County Friday morning. Tragically, Flores and Reyes—both family members—died from injuries.
(GoFundMe: Adelina Flores and Felipe Reyes)Adelina Flores and Felipe Reyes were fatally injured as a result of a crash between their vehicle and a big rig in Tulare County Friday morning, according to an online fundraiser.
The tragedy unfolded in the area of Road 256 and Avenue 95 near Terra Bella, per the Tulare County Firefighters.
When officers responded to the scene, they found two people trapped in their dark-colored sedan resting next to the dirt shoulder. The pair, Flores and Reyes, were later extricated with the “Jaws of Life.” Authorities did not say whether the driver of the semi was hurt in the collision.
No additional information about the deadly wreck was immediately available.
This is an ongoing investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED
Candice Bond, an experienced tractor-trailer accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
“Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of Adelina Flores and Felipe Reyes may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Bond, who is also a national legal analyst for Newsline.
She added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost.”
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