[04-07-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After DUI Hit-And-Run Collision in Long Beach

A pedestrian was killed after a DUI hit-and-run collision in Long Beach on a Friday afternoon, April 07, 2023.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, the crash happened around 3:13 p.m. in the 700 block of 45th Street, east of Atlantic Avenue.

The undisclosed victim was struck by a 42-year-old driver named Jose T. and was left with life-threatening injuries.

The Long Beach Fire Department escorted the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was eventually declared dead.

The suspect was later located and arrested for DUI, hit-and-run, and suspicion of murder.

Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

In the United States, in 2019, 10,142 people died due to drunk driving. The 949 lives lost in California that year as a result of drunk driving amounted to 2.4 fatalities for every 100,000 residents. In the United States, there were 3.1 cases per 100,000 people.

California has one of the highest rates of drunk driving fatalities, at 26.3%, compared to the national average of 28.1%.

Despite a different study showing a decline in fatalities and accidents brought on by drunk driving throughout the 1980s, thousands of impaired drivers continue to endanger themselves, other drivers, and law enforcement.

A person cannot have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of more than 0.08 percent in California. Drunk drivers pose a threat to pedestrians and other drivers due to their slower reactions and impaired judgment.

What to Do After a DUI Accident

It is crucial to call the police right away after a car accident involving a drunk driver. Don’t make any assumptions; just tell the truth to the insurance company and the police. The insurer may use the victim’s innocence and potential follow-up attempts at restitution in a claim as evidence against them. Therefore, refrain from acting in such a way.

The relevant authorities must grant you access to the entire report upon request. On this page, there is also a useful online form that you can fill out. This will enable us to begin investigating your claim. We provide a free initial consultation during which we will focus solely on you and your needs.

DUI Accident Victim Lawyers for Victims in Long Beach

Those who suffer harm at the hands of a drunk driver in California can seek compensation through the legal system. If you or someone you know has recently been injured or lost a loved one and needs help filing an insurance claim, please contact us.

During this no-obligation consultation, one of our lawyers will assess your case, walk you through what comes next, and review anything that could influence the settlement offer.

Our trusted Long Beach drunk driving accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

Call (888) 488-1391 now or complete the “Do I Have a Case?” form on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our lawyers.