[07-31-2022] San Diego County, CA – DUI Single-Vehicle Crash Plunges Car into the Bay near Harbor Island Drive

Two people were injured after crashing and plunging into the bay because of driving under the influence near Port of San Diego Sunday, July 31, 2022.

According to the Port of San Diego Harbor Police, the crash occurred at 1:00 a.m. into the bay from Harbor Island Drive.

The two people have escaped their Kia Soul sinking into a San Diego Bay by swimming out an open window.

The two swimmers were both injured, but were able to swim back to shore, according to the Port of San Diego Harbor Police.

An arrest was made after the crash on a drunken driving charge against the 48-year-old driver.

In addition to the 22-year-old woman, a 22-year-old man was in the car as well.

The car was towed from the ocean by a tow truck.

DUI Accident Statistics

It is extremely dangerous to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In addition to endangering other drivers, they also endanger themselves.

Long-term and potentially life-altering effects are a risk for those involved in drunk driving accidents. The number of incidents involving drunk driving in the US has steadily increased since the late 1970s.

An average of 30 people are killed in drunk driving accidents each day in the United States, according to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Alcohol-impaired driving is responsible for close to 25% of all traffic-related fatalities in the US.

In 2016, drunk drivers were responsible for almost 25 percent of all traffic fatalities in the US. 17% of all fatalities involving young people under 14 were brought on by drunk driving in 2016.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving estimates that more than 1,000 people died in California last year as a result of collisions caused by drunk drivers (MADD). Driving while intoxicated has resulted in thousands of fatalities and serious injuries.

San Diego County DUI Accident Lawyers for Victims

Attempts should be made to assist anyone who has been hurt or killed as a result of a drunk driver. If a drunk driver is solely to blame for an accident, the victims should gather and present evidence to support their claims.

For instance, extra defendants might be held accountable for a drunk driving accident. For those who have been hurt or killed in a California DUI accident, all available financial compensation options should be carefully investigated and assessed.

Arash Law’s San Diego County DUI accident lawyers will look into every possible source of compensation for our client’s damages. They should be made to answer for their deeds and punished for driving while intoxicated.

The main objective of Arash Law is to raise as much money as possible to pay for medical expenses and family support.

If a drunk driver injured you or a loved one in California, we implore you to get in touch with our legal team as soon as you can. Calling (888) 488-1391 or using our online contact form will connect you with Arash Law.