[02-06-2021] Orange County, CA – One Person Killed, Several Injured After a DUI Crash in Santa Ana

One woman was killed while several others were injured after a suspected DUI crash in Santa Ana on Saturday morning, February 6.

The accident transpired at approximately 5:13 a.m. at the intersection of Third Street and Main Street in Santa Ana. A southbound Chevy was driving on Main Street when it suddenly collided with an eastbound Kia on Third Street.

One woman was killed as a result of the collision. Both occupants of the two vehicles were rushed to an area hospital for treatment. The Chevy driver was later identified as James D., Police determined that Diaz was driving while under the influence at the time of the accident.

The Chevy driver was later arrested after receiving treatment at the hospital. He was charged with felony DUI and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.

Local authorities are currently investigating the accident. Witnesses that can give more information about the crash are urged to call Inv. L. Bao at 714-245-8223 or the Traffic Division at 713-245-8200.

Fatal DUI Crash Statistics

Driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol is probably one of the most reckless and dangerous things a driver can do. Everybody deserves safer roads, which is why driving while under the influence is highly discouraged and is punishable by law.

Unfortunately, despite implementing laws against DUI drivers, DUI accidents in the U.S. are still rising. 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.

Many DUI accidents occur at high rates of speed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that a driver who is barely over the legal limit (0.08 BAC) is approximately 11 times more likely to be involved in a crash than a non-intoxicated driver. As drivers become more intoxicated, the likelihood of a collision increases exponentially.

Orange County Wrongful Death Claim for Victims of Fatal DUI Accidents

At Arash Law, our California drunk driving accident attorneys are influential, aggressive advocates for DUI accident victims. Drunk drivers must be held accountable for their egregious and dangerous behaviour.

DUI accident victims deserve justice. Our law firm is committed to helping injured victims maximize their compensation so that they can pay their medical bills and provide financial support to their families. If you or your loved one was injured or killed in a drunk driving accident in California, please do not hesitate to contact our legal team for legal guidance.

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