[02-20-2023] Tulare County, CA – 37-Year-Old Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash Involving DUI Driver

A 37-year-old male driver was killed following a car crash involving a DUI driver in Tulare on Monday afternoon, February 20, 2023.

According to the Tulare Police Department, the deadly two-vehicle collision occurred around 3:48 p.m. at the J Street and Cartmill Avenue intersection.

Alex G., 31, was reportedly driving westbound on Cartmill at high speed when he did not stop at a red light and broadsided another car. The 37-year-old male driver, the vehicle’s sole occupant, was declared dead at the spot despite life-saving procedures by the responders.

The suspect driver was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence and voluntary manslaughter, along with an outstanding felony and misdemeanor warrants.

No further information was immediately available. The victim’s identity was withheld until the next of kin was notified.

Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

In 2019, 10,142 people were killed in the United States due to car accidents involving a drunk motorist. The national DUI death rate that year was 3.1 per 100,000, while the rate in California was 2.4 per 100,000, where a recorded 949 fatalities occurred. That year, drunk driving contributed to 28.1% of all U.S. fatalities and 26.3% of deaths in the Golden State.

Despite a decline in fatalities and injuries and the number of accidents attributable to drunk driving since the 1980s, a second government report concluded that there are still too many drunk drivers on the road today causing problems.

If your BAC is at or above 0.08 in California, you will face arrest. Due to their impaired judgment, drunk drivers pose a hazard to other road users, pedestrians, and bicycles.

What to Do After a DUI Accident

In the event of a DUI car accident, dial 911 immediately. When communicating with law enforcement and your insurance provider, it is important to be as factual as possible and to avoid making any assumptions. Many victims have the misguided belief that they must apologize for wrongdoings they did not commit. The insurance company may try to use this as an excuse not to pay.

By contacting the proper agency, you can obtain a copy of the report. We also welcome your use of the contact form featured on our site. As soon as we have the report, we’ll go to work on your case. Your insurance claim will be reviewed by one of our qualified attorneys at no charge and with no obligation on your part.

DUI Accident Lawyers for Victims in Tulare County

In California, if you or a family member are injured by a drunk driver, you have the ability to sue the motorist for damages. If you or a loved one has been hurt and you need assistance negotiating a settlement with the insurance company, please contact us right away.

Our trusted Tulare County drunk driving accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $500 million. Call (888) 488-1391 now or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.