[03-07-2021] San Bernardino County, CA – Wrong-Way DUI Crash In Fontana Kills One

An unidentified 24-year-old woman was killed after a deadly DUI wrong-way collision in Fontana on Sunday morning, March 7.

The deadly collision transpired at approximately 1:50 a.m. in the area of Valley Boulevard near Cypress Avenue. A Chevrolet Colorado was traveling eastbound on the westbound lanes. The Chevrolet Colorado then later collided head-on with a westbound Toyota Corolla.

Due to the severity of the impact, the 24-year-old female passenger in the involved vehicles was ejected onto the roadway. The 24-year-old woman was rushed to an area hospital for treatment.

Unfortunately, she later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead. Three other people, including the Chevrolet driver, were injured as a result of the crash.

The Chevrolet Colorado driver was later identified as 34-year-old Dina Mariesol Mora M. Authorities determined that she was driving while under the influence at the time of the accident. She was arrested on charges of DUI and vehicular manslaughter.

The California Highway Patrol is further investigating the case. Witnesses that can give additional information about the accident are urged to contact officer Papez at CHP’s San Bernardino office at 909-383-4247.

Fatal Wrong-Way DUI Statistics

Every year, approximately 355 people are killed in the U.S. due to wrong-way drivers. With the average number of wrong-way collision deaths at 265, 1.34 fatalities per wrong-way death are calculated.

These accidents are caused by various reasons, such as distracted driving, drunk driving, and driver over-fatigue.

In this case, intoxication was a huge factor in the collision. While California and the United States as a whole have made some remarkable progress on curbing drinking and driving, there is still a very long way to go.

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.

Wrongful Death Attorney For Victims Of Fatal Wrong-Way Accidents In San Bernardino

Fatal car accidents caused by DUI drivers can leave the victim’s family with a lifetime of grief.

Although the victim’s family won’t bring their loved ones back to life, they can receive the justice and the rightful compensation they deserve through the wrongful death claim. Through the wrongful death claim, the victim’s family can seek financial compensation for the damages such as funeral costs, loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma that the fatal accident has caused them.

Our lawyers from Arash Law are here to help you with your case. Our firm has over decades worth of experience and resources to help our clients receive the justice they deserve. We’re conveniently located throughout California, with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego, and are happy to visit you. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a wrongful death attorney in California.