[05-29-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – 7-Year-Old GIrl Killed by a Suspected DUI Boater on Colorado River

An unidentified 7-year-old girl was killed after getting hit by a suspected DUI boater on Colorado River on Sunday evening, May 29, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 5:00 p.m. on the Colorado River near Buckskin State Park.

The 7-year-old girl was reportedly swimming along the shoreline when a boat suddenly struck her.

Authorities confirmed that the boat operator was under the influence at the time of the accident. He was identified as 37-year-old Arthur G. and was arrested on suspicion of boating under the influence.

The 7-year-old girl was rushed to an area hospital. Unfortunately, she later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead.

Local authorities are further investigating the case. Witnesses that can give more information about the fatal accident are urged to contact Deputy Bryant Moore or Deputy Brian Weck of the Colorado River Station at 760-326-9200.

Boat Accident Statistics

Every year, there are around 280 boating accidents in which alcohol consumption is cited as a main contributing factor.

Boat collisions are typically caused by negligence, which refers to the legal duty that boat operators have to others on the water. When operating a watercraft, a boater must exercise reasonable caution so as not to endanger others. One example of negligence is boating while intoxicated.

On average, BUI accidents kill 113 people and injure 221 others, for a total of 334 people. In other words, alcoholic boating accidents frequently result in several victims.

According to the California Watercraft and Waterways Division, fifty persons died in boating incidents in 2016.

Over the previous ten years, a similar number of fatalities occurred (ranging from a low of 38 to a high of 55). According to this figure, four persons are killed in watercraft accidents in California each month.

A tragic drowning or injury is the worst conceivable outcome of a boating mishap, but it is not the only one. In 2016, 266 persons were wounded in boating accidents, and over $4 million in property was damaged, according to the Division.

The economic damages caused by the injuries are estimated to be at least $4 million. A boating accident can cost a lot of money, according to the statistics.

San Bernardino County Boat Accident Lawyers

An attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve after being wounded or killed in a boating accident caused by someone else. A wrongful death lawsuit allows you to seek compensation for both your economic and non-economic damages when someone else’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional misbehavior results in your harm.

Arash Law’s highly skilled San Bernardino County boat accident attorneys will thoroughly research the cause of the boating accident and identify the party liable. A personal injury lawsuit or an insurance claim will be filed if we have reason to believe that the other party is to blame.

Drunk and drugged driving is a problem all around the country, not just in the Golden State. Even though it is against the law and dangerous, people continue to operate boats while under the influence of alcohol. Call us right away if you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident because you believe the person responsible was intoxicated.

Having worked with insurance companies for many years, our San Diego boating accident attorneys are well-versed in negotiating fair settlements. When it comes to proving our cases in court, we’re experts. Get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 or email us to set up a free consultation.