[09-11-2022] Solano County, CA – Suspected DUI Driver Crashed into CHP Patrol Vehicle, Injuring Officers on Interstate 80

According to officials, two California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers were injured after a suspected DUI driver slammed into their patrol car during a traffic stop on Interstate 80 early Sunday, September 11, 2022.

According to CHP officers, the accident occurred around 2:00 a.m. in the westbound lanes of Interstate 80, just east of American Canyon Road.

A driver of an SUV hit the officer’s patrol car while conducting a traffic check, slamming the CHP vehicle into the cops.

One police officer was transported by helicopter to a local hospital with major injuries and was reported in stable condition, while the other officer was transferred by ambulance and has since been released.

According to officials, the driver of the SUV was injured in the crash and was later charged with felony DUI.

DUI Accident Statistics

In California, DUI charges have severe penalties. Despite the undesirable consequences, DUI incidents are still on the rise. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, DUI accidents kill 10,000 people yearly and account for over one-third of all traffic-related deaths.

According to data from the Alcohol-Impaired Driving Fatality Study, there were 10,142 alcohol-impaired driving deaths in the United States in 2019. In 2020, 11,654 people died in car accidents due to drunk driving, a 14% increase from 2019.

DUI statistics should act as a wake-up call for everyone to take preventative steps in order to limit the number of these accidents. Almost all DUI accidents are preventable, and the idea of a victim suffering significant injuries for the rest of their life is tragic.

Solano County DUI Accident Victims Lawyers

Drunk driving incidents can cause severe injuries, paralysis, or even death. A DUI accident attorney may defend you and hold the responsible parties accountable, allowing you to concentrate on healing.

Consulting with a lawyer may be advantageous if you were hurt in a DUI accident in Kern County and are unsure of your legal rights. After receiving medical care, you should contact our DUI accident victim lawyers at Arash Law as soon as possible.

Arash Law’s legal team is always ready to assist you with your case. We can submit a claim with the drunk driver’s insurance company to recover your losses. Our team will strive to get you every penny you deserve.

For a free and detailed case evaluation, please contact us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form. We will be glad to discuss with you all your legal options.