[09-17-2022] Fresno County, CA – 20-Year-Old Woman Killed in DUI Collision in Western Fresno

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 20-year-old woman was killed in a suspected DUI collision on Highway 180 in Western Fresno Saturday, September 17, 2022.

The fatal collision transpired around 9:15 p.m. outside Kerman on Highway 180 and Shasta.

A Honda traveling in the westbound lanes accidentally entered the eastbound lanes, colliding with an Acura carrying five people.

Even though she had her seat belt on, she was still killed in the accident. The driver of the Acura and four other passengers were transported to the hospital.

At the time of the collision, the California Highway Patrol strongly suspected that Antonio O., age 27, was behind the wheel of the Honda and under the influence of drugs.

He was in critical condition when he arrived at the hospital, where he was treated. Orosco will be booked into jail upon release, and he is expected to be held on suspicion of drug impairment and vehicular manslaughter.

The investigation into the collision is still ongoing.

Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

According to estimates provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 10,000 people lose their lives due to drunk driving every year.

One person loses their life due to the actions of a drunk driver every 52 minutes in the United States. It is estimated that over one million people will be arrested for driving under the influence in the United States in 2019 and that over 10,000 people will lose their lives as a result of accidents that were caused by alcohol. Drunk driving is the cause of one-third of all deaths that occur in motor vehicle accidents.

Driving under the influence of alcohol is punishable severely in California. Regrettably, there are still drivers on the road who have been drinking.

At the end of 2017, California had 123,548 people in custody on suspicion of driving under the influence. During that year, drunk driving contributed to 26,967 injuries and 1,294 fatalities.

Because of their slowed reflexes and clouded judgment, drunk drivers are a significant cause of the devastating outcomes that can occur as a result of accidents.

Fresno County DUI Accident Lawyers for Victims

It’s terrible when someone else’s carelessness causes the death of a loved one. After an accident caused by DUI, it’s not always easy to find help.

People who have been in an accident caused by someone drunk usually lose money, have less chance of making money in the future, and have damage done to their cars and other property.

Accidents caused by drunk drivers often cause the victims a lot of physical and emotional pain.

You can sue the driver who was at fault to get some or all of this money back. At Arash Law, our Fresno County DUI accident victims lawyers can help you understand your rights and options as a victim of an accident caused by a drunk driver.

You can talk to one of our experienced lawyers by calling (888) 488-1391 or filling out an online intake form.