[09-01-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – 60-Year-Old Man Killed in DUI Hit-and-Run Collision in East Los Angeles

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 60-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run collision with a suspected DUI on Whittier Boulevard Thursday, September 1, 2022.

The crash occurred just before 11:20 p.m. at 6506 Whittier Blvd., near Via Del Oro Street.

The California Highway Patrol says that later, a woman was arrested on suspicion of driving while drunk in connection with the death.

On the spot, the man was said to be dead. His name wasn’t released until his next of kin were told.

Investigators with the CHP found that a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu left the accident scene and was followed by a witness northbound on Garfield Avenue. This is where the vehicle was located, and 35-year-old Lilibeth G. was arrested.

The reason for the crash is still being looked into.

DUI Accident Statistics

Everyone has the right to be safe on the roads. Drunk drivers put the lives of other people at risk. There are strict rules in place all over the country to cut down on drunk driving.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that drunk driving causes the deaths of about 10,000 people each year. About 1 in 5 people who die in car accidents are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk drivers kill about 30 people each year. Around 30% of all traffic deaths in the United States are caused by drunk driving.

More than 60% of these drivers have more alcohol in their blood than is allowed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In 2018, 127,250 people in California were arrested for DUI, and 474 of them were under 18 years old. There were many different kinds of crimes that led to 4,944 arrests. In 2017, there were 5% fewer DUI arrests.

If you are on the road with a drunk driver, you can protect yourself by not driving at night when most people are drinking and by paying close attention to how other drivers act around you.

Los Angeles County DUI Accident Victims Lawyers With a Winning Track Record

After a DUI accident, you might not know where to go for assistance. Despite the fact that the driver has been taken into custody, how can you get the money you need to fix your injuries?

People who get a DUI frequently lose money in addition to medical expenses because they miss work, are unable to earn as much, or cause damage to their cars or other property. Additionally, a lot of victims of accidents brought on by drunk drivers experience pain, suffering, and emotional stress.

By bringing a lawsuit against the drunk driver, you can demand that they cover these and other expenses. You will be assisted throughout the process by the knowledgeable DUI accident attorneys at Arash Law in Los Angeles County. We’ll begin with a free consultation to go over your legal options and rights before pursuing any claims.

Arash Law’s legal team is made up of experienced negotiators who will put forth a lot of effort to reach a comprehensive and equitable settlement. We will always provide you with a free consultation, inform you of your legal rights and options, and, if possible, work to have your payment returned.

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