Kevin Gately Jr. Fatally Injured in Semi-Truck Accident on Longview Road [Lancaster, CA]

Kevin Gately Jr. Fatally Injured in Semi-Truck Accident on Longview Road [Lancaster, CA]

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Kevin Gately Jr. Fatally Injured in Semi-Truck Accident on Longview Road [Lancaster, CA]

51-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Big-Rig vs Sedan Collision near East Avenue J

LANCASTER, CA (August 22, 2024) – Friday evening, Kevin Gately Jr. was fatally injured in a semi-truck accident on Longview Road.

Police officers arrived to the scene around 9:40 p.m., near East Avenue J.

For reasons under investigation, a semi-truck and a gray Toyota sedan collided in the area, trapping the sedan underneath the semi-truck.  

Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the driver of the Toyota dead at the scene. Authorities later identified the deceased victim as 51-year-old Gately Jr. 

No additional information about the Longview Road truck crash has been released to the public. Lancaster Officials are working to provide more details once available. 


During this difficult time, the Sweet James team wishes to express our deepest sympathies to the family of Kevin Gately Jr.


At Sweet James, we understand that no amount of money can make up for the tragic loss of a loved one after a semi-truck accident. However, the family must understand and protect their rights. Our personal injury and wrongful death attorneys understand that the legal issues impose challenges to those involved. Call us today to find out how we can help you at 1-844-363-7713.


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