[05-06-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – LAPD Officer Injured After Pursuing a Suspected DUI Driver in Jefferson Boulevard

A Los Angeles Police Department officer was injured after his vehicle collided with another car while pursuing a suspected DUI driver in Jefferson Park on early Thursday morning, May 6.

The collision happened at around 2:00 a.m. at Western Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard in Jefferson Park.

The LAPD officer was on his duty and was attempting to pursue a suspected drunk driver when he collided with another vehicle. It is unclear why the collision occurred.

The officer was injured as a result of the collision. The condition of the other driver has not been disclosed.

The DUI suspect that the officer was initially chasing has been arrested. The case is currently under investigation.

DUI Accident Statistics

Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is one of the most irresponsible things drivers can do. They won’t only endanger their own lives, but they will also potentially harm other innocent motorists on the roadway.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 30 people in the U.S. die every day due to drunk driving accidents. Drunk driving accounts for about 29 percent of all motor vehicle accident fatalities in the U.S. Around sixty-one percent of these drivers have a Blood Alcohol Content of .08 percent or higher.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that more than 10,000 Americans are killed in DUI crashes every year. Tens of thousands more people suffer severe injuries.

Often drunk drivers commit several different negligent acts at the same time. They are more likely to speed, they often violate other traffic laws, and they have trouble holding their attention on the road and avoiding distractions.

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of DUI Accidents

No matter how careful you think you are on the road, car accidents can still happen to anyone. These accidents often result in high medical bills and other financial burdens caused by the inability to work. While no amount of money can ever make up for such a tragic and senseless loss, it is crucial that a victim’s family pursues a strong wrongful death case to seek justice, accountability, and much-needed financial support.

In a wrongful death suit, the survivors sue the person responsible for an untimely death and the financial losses they caused. These losses can include funeral and burial expenses, as well as all the lost wages the victim would have earned between the time of the accident and his or her expected retirement.

The sudden unexpected death of a loved one can be quite confusing, among other things. You shouldn’t have to be confused or overwhelmed with wrongful death laws during this emotionally difficult time. A fatal car accident attorney from our office can handle the legal issues for you. Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free no-obligation fatal car accident case review.