Pedro Pelayo ID’d as Driver Killed in Fontana Truck Accident at Cherry and Whittram Avenues

Fontana, California (February 11, 2020) – Pedro Pelayo, 34, of Fontana, has been identified as the driver who was died in a two-vehicle accident on Friday evening that also left one person injured in Fontana, according to police.

Police responded to the intersection of Cherry and Whittram avenues after reports of a two-vehicle crash that happened at about 5:06 p.m. February 7.

Authorities said a Burrtec Waste garbage truck collided with a white Chevy Silverado pickup at the Fontana intesection. Due to the impact, the truck veered off to the right crashed into a traffic light pole.

The CHP said one of the involved motorists failed to stop for a red traffic light and triggered the crash.

Emergency crews responded to the scene and freed Pelayo who was trapped in his truck. He was then transported to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, where he later was pronounced dead.

A 48-year-old Fontana man, who was the driver of the Chevy, was also transported to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center with unspecified injuries.

An investigation is underway.

Managing Partner and CEO Alpine Law Group, Mr. Arin Khodaverdian believes that car accident claims are rarely straightforward regardless of the circumstances involved. “Liable insurance companies will often do everything possible to limit their out-of-pocket expenses by either devaluing or outright denying your claim and it is crucial, therefore, to have an experienced attorney on your side,” He said.

Mr. 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