Ofelia Sanchez ID’d as Worker Killed in Colton Accident on E. Steel Road

Colton, California (January 12, 2020) – Authorities have identified the woman who was struck and killed by a skip loader while working at a recycling company last week Saturday in Colton as Ofelia Sanchez, 54, of Colton.

The incident happened at around 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 4 at CR&R Environmental Services, which is located at 2059 E. Steel Road.

Authorities said Sanchez was directing members of the public driving into CR&R Environmental Services to drop off recyclables and company vehicles when she was hit by the skip loader.

Sanchez died in the accident.

A GoFundMe page has been created to help cover Sanchez’s funeral expenses.

Cal/OSHA is investigating the accident.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222