James Hickman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on 20th Street West [Lancaster, CA]

James Hickman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on 20th Street West [Lancaster, CA]

James Hickman Killed Multi-Vehicle Collision on 20th Street West [Lancaster, CA]
James Hickman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on 20th Street West [Lancaster, CA]

Three-Truck Crash near Avenue L Claims the Life of One Man

LANCASTER, CA (June 29, 2023) – On Tuesday evening, James Hickman was killed in a multi-vehicle collision on 20th Street West.

The accident occurred around 9 p.m., at the intersection of Avenue L at 20th Street West.

According to reporters, a Ram pickup collided with the back of a Subaru Forester SUV, subsequently pushing it into a Chevrolet Silverado.

Sgt. Michael Politano of the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station confirmed these details.

Sadly, the Subaru, with Hickman as a passenger, was crushed between the two trucks, resulting in his death.

The woman who was driving the Subaru sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital. The occupants of the other vehicles suffered minor injuries.

The Ram driver was taken into custody on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the collision to contact the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station traffic investigators at 661-948-8466.

Further updates on the investigation are unavailable at this time.


No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim.


When involved in a multi-vehicle crash, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet James. With our extensive experience in the legal field, we know what it takes to win your case. Our attorneys and professional legal team have dealt with a variety of cases including personal injury and wrongful death. Call us at 1-844-363-7713 to arrange your free consultation with an experienced legal professional in your area. For your convenience, we are also available through email, text message, and online chat 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.


Free Police Report

If you or your family are involved or affected by this accident and would like the official Police Report of this incident, Sweet James may be able to help.

"*" indicates required fields

Name*
Consent
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

By clicking the "Receive Police Report" button, you consent for Sweet James LLP, its service provider(s) & affiliates to use automated technology, including calls, texts, and prerecorded messages to contact you at the number and email provided. I understand I am not required to sign or agree to this as a condition of services. Clicking the button "Receive Police Report" below constitutes your electronic signature and certifies the information provided is yours.