[05-03-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – One Person Killed Following a Suspected DUI Crash in Upland

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly traffic crash involving a suspected DUI driver in Upland on Tuesday night, May 3, 2022.

The accident happened on Campus Avenue, just south of Foothill Boulevard in Upland, at around 11:43 p.m.

One vehicle was traveling at high speeds on Campus Avenue and collided with another vehicle. Unfortunately, the driver of the second vehicle was killed in the mishap.

The driver of the speeding vehicle was identified as 29-year-old Marcos E. Authorities determined that he was under the influence at the time of the accident.

Maroc was arrested for DUI-related charges and vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. The identity of the other driver has not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

DUI Crash Statistics

One of the most dangerous things a driver can do is get behind the wheel while impaired by drugs or alcohol. They run the risk of endangering their own and the lives of other motorists.

Driving under the influence can have devastating long-term effects on the lives of those involved. The number of drunk driving incidents in the United States is rising.

According to the NHTSA (NHTSA), every day, over 30 Americans lose their lives due to drunk driving accidents in this country, according to the NHTSA (NHTSA). In the United States, over a third of all traffic fatalities result from drunk driving.

Approximately 10,142 people were killed by drunk driving in 2019. One of the most dangerous things a driver can do is drive when impaired by drugs or alcohol.

Their carelessness puts their own lives in danger, but it also puts the lives of other motorists on the road in danger.

Stay behind the car and keep a safe distance from the drunk driver if they are in front of you. If the drunk driver swerves into your car, don’t try to pass. If you’re behind a drunk driver, turn right at the next intersection so they can pass.

San Bernardino County DUI Crash Lawyers

The loss of a loved one in a tragic DUI accident can be sad and traumatic for the victim’s family. Unfortunately, most insurance companies will try to take advantage of them while they are still vulnerable due to the death of a loved one.

Following a DUI accident, you will need the assistance of an experienced San Bernardino County fatal DUI crash attorney to guide you through all of the necessary legal actions. A lawyer can assist you in filing a wrongful death claim and negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf.

The deceased’s family has the right to pursue a wrongful death claim to obtain damages such as funeral expenses, lost wages and companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress caused by the horrific tragedy.

One of our firm’s wrongful death vehicle accident attorneys will handle your wrongful death lawsuit. Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule a free, no-obligation case evaluation for a fatal car accident.