[05-07-2022] San Diego County, CA – Two Dead and Three Others Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision in Midway District

Authorities determined that the two-vehicle accident that happened last May 7, 2022 in the Midway District was caused by a suspected DUI driver.

The speeding 31-year-old man was identified as Edgar Suarez E. Not only was he speeding, but he was also driving while he was under the influence.

Due to his negligent behavior, he crashed into a westbound 1999 Toyota Tacoma truck. The Toyota Tacoma truck then crashed into a northbound 2015 Toyota Sienna. The mishap resulted in two deaths and three injuries.

The two deceased victims were identified as 23-year-old Ahmed A. and 81-year-old Suad A. They were sitting in the backseat of the van and were pronounced dead at the scene. Two other passengers in the van were injured and received treatment in the area hospital.

Meanwhile, the suspect sustained broken bones and was treated. He was then released from the hospital and is now in the downtown jail, facing two counts of gross vehicular manslaughter, felony DUI charges, and a misdemeanor count of driving without a license.

The suspect has been detained without bail. He is scheduled to appear in court in downtown San Diego on Wednesday afternoon.

The probe is still going on. Anyone with information is asked to contact the San Diego Police Department at 619-531-2000 or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

The state of California has a high rate of fatal car accidents. It was undeniable a decade ago that the population of California had skyrocketed. In recent years, the number of people driving themselves to their destinations has grown.

According to the Office of Traffic Safety, 3,563 people were killed in car accidents in California last year (OTS). Thousands of people are mourning and dealing with new losses as a result of the fatal accidents in California.

There has also been an increase in the number of people injured in car accidents in San Diego. Car accidents in San Diego County increased by 5% in 2016 compared to the previous year.

Many vehicles are involved in this collision. When three or more vehicles collide, the term multi-vehicle collision is used. As a result, more insurers, including those with high liability, are involved.

San Diego County Car Accident Lawyers

Some people prefer to handle personal injury claims on their own rather than hire a lawyer. But it is important to be aware of the potential risks. Without legal representation, injury victims receive lower settlements than those who have legal representation.

Accidents involving multiple vehicles are more difficult to resolve than accidents involving only two vehicles. Victims may find it difficult to deal with a multi-vehicle crash lawsuit because of the pain and suffering they have endured since the accident.

Our San Diego County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to win your case and recover the compensation you deserve if you’ve been injured in a car accident. Medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress must be covered by those who are liable in a personal injury lawsuit.

Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or send us an email to set up a free consultation about your car accident case.