[08-15-2022] Riverside County, CA – Fatal DUI Two-Vehicle Collision Kills One in Corona

According to the California Highway Patrol, a DUI two-vehicle collision killed at least one passenger in Corona Monday, August 15, 2022.

The two-vehicle collision occurred at 2:25 a.m. in Corona, Riverside County.

There were two wrecked cars, a Lexus and a Dodge truck, with the passenger in the truck unresponsive and the airbags deployed in the truck. There was no one else at the scene.

The Chino Police Department and Corona Fire Department provided air support while the CHP conducted a search after arriving.

It is believed that both drivers fled the collision scene because neither could be found.

Beer bottles were outside the Lexus, so it seems that alcohol played a role at this point.

Presently, no additional information is accessible.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Car accidents are the leading cause of serious injury for people of all ages and the leading cause of death for people aged 2 to 34 in the United States. You can never predict when you or another driver will be involved in a fatal or seriously injured accident.

In the United States, there are between 5 million and 6 million car accidents annually, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Nearly three million Americans are injured or killed in car accidents each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

You never know when you’ll be in a car accident. Even though people have been trained and safety procedures have been put in place, there are still issues on California’s roads.

Among the factors contributing to car accidents caused by negligence or distraction while driving is speeding, intoxication, mechanical failure, and distracted driving.

Car Accident Lawyers in Riverside County

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, a knowledgeable California accident attorney can help. The insurance provider for the other driver is not on your side regarding coverage. Their goal is to give you the least amount of money possible.

Insurance companies frequently advise their clients to accept a quick settlement even when a claim is worth more. They would try to limit compensation rather than concentrating on a victim’s immediate consequences and suffering.

It would be best if you had a skilled attorney on your side to prevent this from happening. A precise estimate of the value of your claim can be given to you by your attorney. Insurance companies can represent you because they know how to communicate with them.

We can assist you if you’ve been burned, have a broken bone, or have experienced a brain or spinal cord injury. The Riverside County car accident lawyers at Arash Law know the court system and can help you with your claim. Call us immediately for a free initial consultation at (888) 488-1391.