[12-29-2021] Sonoma County, CA – Injuries Reported After a DUI Crash in Petaluma

Injuries were reported following a crash involving a suspected DU driver in Petaluma on Wednesday evening, December 29, 2021.

The minor collision occurred at approximately 5: 22 p.m. near Lakeville Highway and Casa Grande Road in Petaluma.

Two vehicles collided on the roadway. Police later apprehended the drivers and confirmed that one of the involved drivers was under the influence following a field sobriety test.

The intoxicated driver was identified as Federico M. He became confrontational and attempted to attack the officer that was taking him into custody.

The suspect was arrested on DUI-related charges, resisting arrest, and other related charges. He was booked into Sonoma County Jail.

An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

DUI Crash Statistics

Everyone has the right to travel safely on the road. Drunk drivers endanger the lives of innocent people as well as their own. There is still a long way to go in California and around the country to minimize the number of people who drink and drive.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, almost 10,000 people are killed in DUI accidents yearly (NHTSA). According to the CDC, alcohol, and drugs are implicated in around 18% of fatal car accidents.

According to the NHTSA, around 30 Americans die each day due to drunk driving accidents. Drunk driving accounts for approximately 29 percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 60% of these drivers have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above the legal limit.

When drivers are intoxicated, they are far more likely to be involved in automobile accidents that result in catastrophic injuries—driving while drunk increases the danger of irresponsible or reckless behavior. Many DUI-related events include drivers who are speeding while under the influence of alcohol.

DUI Accident Lawyers for Victims in Sonoma County

Thinking, logic, and muscular coordination are all required for safe driving. However, these are hampered by alcohol, certain medications, or illegal drugs in the body. Never drive while intoxicated since the repercussions can be disastrous for you and others. When you’re drunk, it’s advisable to call an Uber, Lyft, or a cab.

Injuries sustained in a car accident can result in lost time at work, lengthy recuperation times, and high medical expenditures. You do not have to be financially burdened due to the other driver’s carelessness. Allow your lawyer to assist you with your personal injury claim.

Not only will your lawyer make certain that you act before the deadline, but they will also be able to perform an in-depth investigation into the DUI accident, allowing you to present the most convincing personal injury case possible.

Arash Law’s Sonoma County drunk driving attorneys have the experience and compassion to assist you with your claim. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule a free, no-obligation injury accident case evaluation.