[05-10-2023] Merced County, CA – Woman Injured After DUI Multi-Vehicle Rollover Crash in G and 23rd St.

A 29-year-old woman sustained injuries after a DUI multi-vehicle rollover crash in Merced on Wednesday night, May 10, 2023.

According to Police Sgt. Nathan McKinnon of the Merced Police Department, officers responded to the area of G St. and 23rd St. shortly after 9:00 p.m. after receiving reports of a rollover collision.

When authorities arrived at the scene, they discovered a rolled-over 2023 Jeep, a 2018 Subaru with rear-end damage, and a 2009 Nissan Altima with significant front-end damage.

When the collision occurred, all three vehicles traveled north on G Street. The Nissan reportedly struck the Jeep, causing it to crash with the Subaru. The Jeep eventually overturned.

The female driver of the Jeep sustained moderate injuries and was taken to a trauma center for medical attention. The 45-year-old Merced driver of the Subaru and her two passengers did not sustain any injuries.

Officers noticed signs and symptoms that the driver of the Nissan, identified as 30-year-old Ralph G. of Merced, was under the influence as they reported smelling the scent of alcohol. Several witnesses claimed that the man drove over the posted speed limit.

Guerrero was apprehended and booked into Merced County Jail on suspicion of felony driving under the influence causing bodily injury, and driving under the influence of at least .08 blood-alcohol level causing bodily injury.

The jail records indicate that he was also charged with transportation of narcotics and possession of narcotic controlled substances.

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DUI injuries can leave victims frustrated, doubtful, and afraid. If you are injured in a car accident, the negligent driver who caused the accident is legally responsible for it. Medical expenses and lost wages could put the injured party in a difficult financial situation.

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What Should You Do After a DUI Accident?

DUI collisions can cause physical harm, emotional distress, and financial hardship. After such accidents, you must defend your rights, safety, and health. Follow these steps to deal with its aftermath effectively:

• Check for injuries on your body and seek medical attention as soon as possible. Evaluate the condition of other parties involved.
• Inform the authorities about the collision. Investigators will determine whether the driver was impaired by drugs or alcohol.
• Get the at-fault driver’s name, contact information, license plate number, and insurance information.
• It would help if you photographed the accident scene, including the damaged vehicles and any injuries you or the other victims sustained.
• Notify your insurance company of the accident and provide all necessary details.
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DUI Accident Statistics

Every day, approximately 37 people are killed in drunk driving accidents in the United States, or one every 39 minutes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There were 11,654 traffic fatalities caused by drunk driving in 2020, a 14% increase from the previous year.

A California DUI Management Information System study found that fatal alcohol-related collisions increased by 5.8% between 2016 and 2017. Drunk drivers endanger themselves and other road users. Furthermore, drunk drivers waste two billion gallons of fuel each year, causing environmental damage.

In 2019, there were 10,142 drunk driving fatalities in the United States, with 949 in California. It results in a rate of 2.4 per 100,000 population in the state, compared to 3.1 nationally. In 2014, drunk driving was responsible for 28.1% of traffic deaths in the United States and 26.3% of deaths in California.