[04-02-2023] Tulare County, CA – Two Severely Injured After Suspected DUI Crash on Hillman Street

A suspected DUI crash injured two people severely in Tulare County early Sunday morning, April 2, 2023.

As per reports, the collision transpired around 2:20 a.m. on Hillman Street near Oakdale Avenue.

Authorities discovered that a 25-year-old was driving a southbound Honda HR-V near Oakdale at an unknown speed. They also found a 20-year-old Tulare man driving a Dodge 1500 on Hillman Street ahead of the Honda.

The Honda collided with the Dodge’s rear end, causing the Dodge to flip and come to rest on the road. Due to the impact, the Dodge driver and a 19-year-old passenger sustained severe injuries. Both victims were transported to Kaweah Medical Center for treatment.

Meanwhile, the Honda was arrested and taken to the Tulare County Pre-trial Adult Facility on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence (DUI).

Alcohol was suspected to be a factor, and further investigations are underway.

DUI Crash Statistics

As per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 32 people are killed every 45 minutes in drunk driving accidents in the United States.

Drunk driving was responsible for 11,654 traffic deaths in 2020, a 14% increase from 2019.

According to the California DUI Management Information System, alcohol-related collision deaths increased by 5.8% in 2017 compared to 2016.

Driving while impaired by alcohol endangers drivers, other road users, and the environment. Due to irresponsible driving, intoxicated drivers waste approximately two billion gallons of fuel yearly.

Given these findings, it is clear that everyone should monitor their drinking habits and avoid driving after consuming too much alcohol.

What You Need To Do After a DUI Accident

Upon collecting the information, it is wise to file a police report assuming it is safe. This allows the police to keep a record of what happened during the accident on a central database, to keep them on file within the police department, and to ensure that these records are secure.

It is common for the police to attend the scene of an accident regardless of circumstances. Still, if they do not attend, you can contact your local police department via phone or in person and file an accident report. Hence, if the police do not arrive at the collision scene, they will collect that information and produce an incident report afterward.

DUI Accident Lawyers for Victims in Tulare County

Following a DUI accident, you may experience various emotions. There may be times when you feel frustrated, uncertain, or afraid. You may also be interested in learning what happens next.

The negligent driver who struck you is responsible for your injuries. Individuals with severe injuries are financially disadvantaged due to medical bills and lost wages.

The chances of surviving a drunk driving collision are pretty slim. Your rights would be protected under California law if you were involved in a DUI accident.

Our Tulare County DUI accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., are dedicated to obtaining justice for DUI accident victims. Drunk drivers should be held financially and criminally responsible for endangering the lives of others.

We aim to aggressively pursue maximum settlements for our clients so they can afford life-saving medical care and provide for their families. To talk with one of our DUI accident attorneys, call us today at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our “Do I Have A Case?” form.