[07-10-2023] El Dorado County, CA – Two Men Injured After DUI Solo-Vehicle Rollover Crash Near Loon Lake

Two men were injured, one sustaining serious head injuries following a DUI solo-vehicle rollover crash near Loon Lake in El Dorado County on Monday afternoon, July 10, 2023.

According to California Highway Patrol information officer Andrew B., the incident occurred on Ice House Road around 4:29 p.m.

A Can-Am Maverick off-road, side-by-side vehicle was reported to have rolled over 50 feet off the roadway. The driver of the vehicle, Brandon P., was suspected of driving under the influence and was arrested for DUI causing injury.

Georgetown Fire Department volunteers arrived quickly at the scene and rendered aid to the victims. Oscar V. sustained serious head injuries and was transported via CALSTAR air ambulance to Renown Medical Center in Reno.

Off-highway vehicles such as side-by-sides are not permitted on Ice House Road, and DUI is “always prohibited everywhere.” said CHP officer Brown.

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What Should You Do After a DUI Accident?

Drunk driving accidents frequently result in physical harm, as well as psychological, material, and logistical problems. Protect yourself and your loved ones after an accident by exercising extra caution. You can handle its aftermath by following this checklist:

• It should be your top priority to get medical help. Also, check the condition of the other people involved.
• Inform the police about the collision. A police investigation will be conducted to determine whether the driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Get essential details such as the driver’s name, contact details, license plate number, and insurance information.
• Take pictures of the accident scene, including the damaged vehicles and the victims’ injuries.
• You must report the accident to your insurance company and provide the necessary information regarding the accident.
• Please speak with our California DUI accident lawyers specializing in head injuries. They’ll defend your rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

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DUI Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drunk driving accidents kill 32 Americans every day, or one every 45 minutes. In 2020, drunk drivers caused 11,654 traffic deaths, an increase of 14% from the previous year.

The California DUI Management Information System found that alcohol-related traffic accidents killed 5.8% more people between 2016 and 2017. Intoxicated drivers put everyone on the road at risk. Approximately 2 billion gallons of fuel are wasted by drunk drivers yearly.

In California, 949 people died in 2019 due to drunk driving. This is 2.4 per 100,000 people, while the national rate is 3.1 per 100,000. Drunk driving was a factor in 28.1% of road fatalities in the US and 26.3% in California in 2014.