Tuesday Morning Head-On Crash on Sierra Highway
September 23, 2025 | Acton, CA
A deadly head-on collision on Sierra Highway Tuesday morning claimed the lives of two people and left two others seriously injured in Acton.
Authorities said a 22-year-old Canyon Country man driving a black Infiniti Q50 lost control of the vehicle around 6:20 a.m., crossing into oncoming lanes and striking a blue Honda Odyssey near Crown Valley Road. P. Gomez, 22, a front-seat passenger in the Infiniti, was pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver also died. A rear passenger, also 22, was hospitalized with major injuries.
Two people were killed and several others injured in a head-on crash Tuesday morning on Sierra Highway in Acton.
The Honda’s driver, a 57-year-old Santa Clarita man, sustained major injuries and was transported to a hospital. Investigators noted that the Infiniti’s driver and front passenger were not wearing seat belts. Toxicology tests are pending as authorities continue to determine the cause of the crash.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
California experiences approximately 500,000 reported collisions annually, making it second only to Texas for the most fatal car accidents nationwide. In 2024, the state saw an estimated 2,824 traffic fatalities in the first nine months, representing a 7.5% decrease from 2023 levels. Overall, California records about 3,998-4,000 fatal crashes per year among nearly a quarter million total accidents, accounting for nearly one in 10 traffic fatalities nationally.
The most common contributing factors include speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must thoroughly be examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of the victim may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Such claims allow relatives to seek compensation for losses including companionship, emotional suffering, and pain and distress following a tragic accident.
“Losing a loved one in a sudden accident is an incredibly difficult experience, and protecting their rights is essential,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal.
“An experienced wrongful death attorney can monitor the investigation and ensure that the family’s legal rights and best interests are fully safeguarded,” Bond added.
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