Authorities responded to the accident near the Paramount Boulevard exit in Montebello
May 23, 2026 | Montebello, CA
A 63-year-old man died in a two-vehicle collision on the Pomona (60) Freeway in Montebello early Saturday morning.
What happened in the Montebello crash?
Wade Wilson, 63, died after a two-vehicle crash on the Pomona 60 Freeway near the Paramount Boulevard exit in Montebello.
- Date and time: May 23 at approximately 2:33 a.m.
- Location: Pomona (60) Freeway at the Paramount Boulevard exit
- Victim: Wade Wilson, 63, of Montebello, found in a black sedan
- Injuries: Wilson suffered fatal blunt force trauma, and one other occupant was hospitalized with injuries of unknown severity
- Status: California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the collision
Why do these accidents happen?
Speeding remains the leading factor in fatal crashes nationwide, followed by impairment, lane departures, failure to yield, and distraction, according to Federal Highway Administration data.
| Rank | Primary Cause | Source |
|---|
| 1 | Speeding | Federal Highway Administration |
| 2 | Alcohol, drugs, or medication | Federal Highway Administration |
| 3 | Failure to stay in lane | Federal Highway Administration |
| 4 | Failure to yield right-of-way | Federal Highway Administration |
| 5 | Distracted driving | Federal Highway Administration |
Legal insights
In cases such as this, families often benefit from an independent review alongside official efforts.
In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party. Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide a family who has lost a loved one during this difficult time, as well as protect their legal rights and best interests.
— Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal and national analyst for Newsline
- Families may pursue compensation for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Legal teams monitor official investigations and help preserve evidence
- Relatives of victims in fatal collisions are entitled to seek damages for emotional and economic losses
A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their best interests are taken care of.
— Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal
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