[04-22-2023] Alameda County, CA – One Dead and One Arrested in a Suspected DUI Single-Car Collision in Oakland

A 27-year-old passenger died while the 23-year-old driver had minor injuries in a suspected DUI single-car collision in Oakland, CA, on Saturday morning, April 22, 2023.

The Oakland Police reported that a Hyundai Elantra with two occupants crashed into a light pole near Joaquin Miller Road and Skyline Boulevard around 8:30 a.m. One of them has a warrant for his arrest.

The 27-year-old suffered significant injuries and was taken to a hospital, where he later died. The 23-year-old had minor injuries. The identities of the victim and the suspect are not disclosed until their next of kin is notified.

The police suspected that either alcohol or drugs played a role. The driver was arrested due to his warrant and his statement that he was driving while impaired. He was taken to Santa Rita Jail.

The investigation is still ongoing.

What to Do After a DUI Accident

Suffering an injury or losing a loved one in an accident can be shocking, mainly due to the reckless driving of a person under the influence. Victims of drunk drivers in California are advised to seek legal help. The procedure for filing an insurance claim can be confusing, and we are here to help.

A handy online form on this page will help us prepare to investigate your claim in your free consultation with our legal expert. You may refer to this guide to help you protect your rights and support your claim.

• Remain calm and stay focused.
• Take a picture of the driver’s license, insurance details, and the car’s license plate at fault.
• Contact the police immediately and ask for an accident report.
• Keep a detailed record of everything, including your injuries, the weather, the road conditions, and the car that hit you.
• Gather the names and contact information of all possible witnesses.
• Before speaking with a lawyer, do not negotiate with an insurance company or accept a settlement offer.
• Refrain from sharing anything concerning accidents or how they happened on social media.
• Consult an experienced California DUI accident lawyer immediately.

Expert Drunk Driving Accident Victim Lawyers in Oakland

California’s DUI accident victims have two compensation options: insurance companies or going to court. It would be advisable if you would consult with our lawyers before anything else. Please contact our reputable attorneys if you experienced severe injuries or a loved one was killed due to someone else’s recklessness.

During this free consultation, one of our lawyers will assess your case, plan the following steps, and discuss anything that might impact the settlement offer.

Our expert Oakland drunk driving accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and recognition advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

If you want a free consultation with our legal team, call us today at (888) 488-1391 or complete our “Do I Have a Case?” form online.

DUI Accident Statistics

In 2019, drunk driving claimed the lives of 10,142 people. That same year, 949 deaths in California were due to DUI, or 2.4 for every 100,000 residents. The death rate was 3.1% per 100,000 people in the country.

With a fatality rate of 26.3%, drunk driving is a significant cause of death in California. The average in America is 28.1%.

Despite a study showing decreased drunk driving fatalities and accidents throughout the 1980s, thousands of drivers continue to put themselves, other drivers, and law enforcement at risk every year.

The legal blood alcohol concentration limit in California is 0.08. Due to their impaired judgment and reaction time, drunk drivers are dangerous to pedestrians and other drivers.