SUNLAND, CA (April 03, 2026) – Alejandra Simental, 23, was killed Friday night in a tractor-trailer crash on the Foothill (210) Freeway in Sunland, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Authorities said Simental and a 25-year-old man were inside a Honda Accord parked on the right shoulder near Sunland Boulevard when a Freightliner truck traveling eastbound struck the vehicle at about 9:52 p.m.
Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Large trucks play a vital role in freight transportation and economic activity, but they also present serious safety risks on roadways. In California, although large trucks make up just 2.5% of vehicles and 5.6% of miles traveled, they were involved in 9.1% of fatal crashes in 2020, leading to 372 deaths and 8,350 injuries, according to the Institute of Transportation Studies at the University of California Irvine.
Several factors may contribute to tractor-trailer crashes, including loss of control, mechanical issues, or driver fatigue.
Candice Bond, an experienced tractor-trailer accident attorney, stated that it is essential to conduct an independent investigation promptly to safeguard the rights of victims’ families.
“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complicated, and multiple factors can contribute to these incidents,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for Accident Injury News. “An experienced attorney can help protect a grieving family from trucking companies, which often deploy their own investigators and resources to defend negligent drivers. A lawyer can assist by hiring expert witnesses, reviewing driver history, locating witnesses, and analyzing insurance coverage while guiding the family through the legal process.”
Pending results of the investigation, the family of Alejandra Simental may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death claim. Loved ones of wrongful death victims may seek compensation for loss of companionship, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following such a tragic incident.
“The emotional toll after losing a loved one in an accident can be overwhelming,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal. “We understand the challenges families face and the importance of protecting their rights. A wrongful death attorney will remain updated on the investigation and help ensure that their legal interests are fully protected.”
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