Three Pronounced Dead after Fiery Car Accident near Sierra Avenue

FONTANA, CA (October 31, 2022) – Late Monday night, Olga Danilova and Brian Joel Melina were killed in a wrong-way crash on 15 Freeway

Authorities responded to the scene around 11:40 p.m., on the southbound lanes of the highway near Sierra Avenue on October 24th.

Per reports, the driver of a vehicle was heading north at high rates of speed and collided with another vehicle. Upon impact, one of the vehicles became engulfed in flames.

Medical personnel arrived and pronounced three victims dead at the scene. Police identified two of the deceased victims as 57-year-old Danilova, of Glendale and 20-year-old Melina, of Rialto.

Emergency crews closed off the southbound lanes of the 15 Freeway for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. The lanes were later reopened around 7:30 a.m., on Tuesday.

At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Olga Danilova and Brian Joel Melina who are grieving over the loss of their loved ones.

The death of a family member is always a traumatic experience for the surviving family. At Sweet James, we understand that no amount of money can make up for the tragic loss of a loved one. However, it is important that the family understands and protects their rights. Our wrongful death attorneys understand that legal issues impose challenges on those involved. We are here to help you through the legal process so that you can focus on the concerns and needs of your family. Call us today to find out how we can help you at (800) 975-3435.