[02-05-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Two People Killed Following a Fatal DUI Crash in Colton

Two people were killed after a deadly two-vehicle crash involving a suspected DUI driver in Colton on Saturday morning, February 5, 2022.

The fatal collision transpired at approximately 2:00 a.m. on the westbound side of the 100 Freeway at Pepper Avenue.

A Nissan Sentra and another vehicle collided on the roadway. Authorities suspect that one of the involved drivers may have been under the influence at the time of the accident.

Unfortunately, two people inside the Nissan Sentra were killed in the mishap. One of the deceased victims was identified as 54-year-old Jose C.

No other injuries were reported. The identity of the DUI driver has not been disclosed. It’s unclear whether he has been arrested.

Local authorities are further investigating the accident.

DUI Crash Statistics

Drunk or high-intoxicated driving is one of the most dangerous things you can do while behind the wheel. They could put their own lives at risk, but they could also put the lives of other motorists at risk.

Unfortunately, the number of fatal DUI accidents in the United States has increased in recent years, even though stricter laws have been implemented.

The NHTSA estimates that around 30 Americans are killed each day due to drunk driving accidents. Drunk drivers cause a staggering 29% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States.

In 2016, alcohol-impaired driving accidents claimed the lives of 10,497 people across the country. In the same year, 214 of the 1,233 traffic deaths involving children aged 0 to 14 years were caused by a DUI driver.

More than 1,000 people lost their lives as a result of drunk driving-related accidents in 2017, according to statistics compiled by MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving). As a result of drunk driving, tens of thousands more people have suffered severe and even life-altering injuries and stress.

San Bernardino County Fatal Accident Attorneys for Victims of DUI Crashes

In a deadly DUI crash, losing a loved one may leave the victim’s family devastated and traumatized. Unfortunately, most insurance companies may try to take advantage of them while they are still vulnerable after the loss of their loved ones.

Following a DUI crash, you must have an experienced San Bernardino fatal accident attorney by your side to guide you through all the necessary legal processes you need to go through. An attorney can assist you in filing a wrongful death claim and talk with insurance companies for you.

Anyone seeking compensation due to being the victim of a car accident may be unsure of the initial steps to take. Speaking with an experienced automobile accident lawyer from Arash Law should be at the top of your list.

You don’t want to be on your own when paying for medical bills and other related out-of-pocket expenses after a car accident. In the end, our legal experts will analyze the evidence and assist you in securing the compensation you and your family truly deserve. Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free no-obligation fatal car accident case review.