[05-07-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Injuries Reported Following a DUI Hit-and-Run Crash in Hesperia

Several people were injured following a traffic crash involving a suspected DUI driver in Hesperia on Saturday afternoon, May 7, 2022.

The accident occurred in the area of I Avenue and Donert Street in Hesperia at approximately 4:30 p.m.

A reckless driver was traveling on the roadway and crashed into several vehicles. The number of vehicles involved is unclear.

Several people were injured, and they were all treated for minor injuries. The identities of the injured parties have not been disclosed.

The reckless driver was later identified as Michael H. authorities determined that he was under the influence at the time of the crash.

He was booked into the High Desert Detention Center for VC23153(G) Driving under the influence causing injury, VC20001(A) Hit and Run with Injuries, and VC20002(A) Hit and Run with Property Damage.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

DUI Crash Statistics

In the United States, the number of people killed or injured in car accidents has climbed considerably. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 38,000 people died in car accidents in the United States in 2019.

One of the most dangerous things a driver can do is drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. They will endanger their own lives and the lives of other drivers on the road.

Driving while intoxicated has the potential to endanger people’s lives seriously. Unfortunately, the number of DUI accidents in the United States continues to rise despite the strict implementation of DUI laws.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 30 people are killed in drunk driving events in the United States every day (NHTSA). Drunk driving is responsible for approximately 29 percent of all fatal car accidents in the United States.

In 2016, approximately 10,497 people were killed in drunk driving incidents, accounting for 28 percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States.

San Bernardino County DUI Accident Victim Lawyers

The loss of a loved one in a tragic DUI accident can be heartbreaking and traumatic for the victim’s family. Unfortunately, most insurance companies may try to exploit people while they are still vulnerable after the death of a loved one.

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

Anyone seeking compensation following a car accident may be unsure of the initial steps. Consultation with an Arash Law specialist automobile accident lawyer should be top of your priority list.

You don’t want to be on your own after a car accident when paying for medical bills and other out-of-pocket expenses. Our legal team will investigate the facts and work with you to get the compensation you and your family deserve. Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online today to schedule your free, no-obligation fatal car accident case evaluation.