[09-17-2022] Fresno County, CA – One Person Died and Five Others Suffered Injuries Following a Suspected DUI Crash near Kerman

One person died while five, including the driver with suspected DUI, suffered moderate to severe injuries after a two-vehicle collision near Kerman on Saturday night, September 17, 2022.

The collision occurred around 9:18 p.m. at Highway 180 and Shasta Avenue. The road was blocked until 2 a.m. as the investigators searched the area for clues.

The Acura’s driver, a 20-year-old Mendota woman, was fatally injured. Four people, two of whom were 21 years old and the other two were 20 and 14, were in the Acura with her. They’re all from Mendota.

Three of the Acura’s passengers suffered severe injuries, Unfortunately, the driver died at the scene. Moderate injuries were reported for the fourth.

The Acura and Honda collided when the Honda veered into the oncoming lane and the Acura’s path.

According to the CHP, Antonio O., 27, of Fresno, was detained at the hospital on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and drug impairment.

Orosco was traveling east of Shasta on 180 while the Acura was traveling west.

Fatal DUI Crash Statistics

Drivers under the influence can cause severe harm or even death to themselves and others on the road. Alcohol impairs judgment and motor skills, which can result in a fatal crash.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration claims that (NHTSA) around 30,000 people die from alcohol-impaired driving crashes yearly—that’s one person every 51 minutes. And drunk driving doesn’t just kill those behind the wheel—it also kills innocent people who have no role in the accident.

According to reports, 10,265 people died in alcohol-related crashes in 2016, and deaths have increased steadily since the mid-2000s.

You are accountable to yourself and other road users as those around you. Everyone on the road is at risk of harm or death if you drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

The best way to ensure that your actions don’t endanger others’ lives is to plan: either designate a sober driver or pay a toll before drinking; never drive after consuming any amount of alcohol.

Fresno County DUI Accident Lawyer for Victims of DUI Crash

In a drunk driving accident, you face both physical and emotional pain. You may suffer serious injuries, including broken bones and brain trauma. You may also experience emotional trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The aftermath of a DUI accident can be devastating. You could suffer from physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial loss. If you killed someone in the crash, it might not be easy to move on with your life.

Our attorneys have extensive experience defending clients injured in car crashes caused by drunk drivers. We will fight for you and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

It doesn’t matter if you were hurt or lost a loved one in a drunk driving crash. Hiring a Fresno County DUI accident attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve.

At Arash Law Firm, we’ve helped numerous victims of DUI crashes get justice and compensation. Let us help you too! Call us today at (888) 488-1391.