[03-15-2021] San Diego County, CA – 3 Killed, 6 Injured After A DUI Car Crash At B Street And 16th Street 

Three people were killed while six others were hurt after a DUI driver crashed into a homeless encampment in San Diego on Monday afternoon, March 15.

The deadly crash occurred in B Street and 16th Street on a tunnel underneath San Diego City College.

A 71-year-old man identified as Craig V. was reportedly driving his Volvo west on B Street when he suddenly lost control of his vehicle and drifted onto the right.

He crashed into a sidewalk lined with homeless people in their tents. Three homeless people were killed as a result of the crash.

Six other people sustained varying degrees of injuries. Five of them were taken to an area hospital, while one refused to receive treatment.

The driver remained at the scene and attempted to help the victims.

However, authorities later determined that the Volvo driver was driving while under the influence of drugs at the time of the accident. He was arrested for three counts of manslaughter, one count of felony DUI and five counts of causing great bodily injury.

DUI Crash Statistics

Many thousands more innocent people were forced to endure severe, even life-altering injuries and trauma because of drunk driving. Alcohol is a factor in nearly one in three fatal auto accidents in the state.

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.

Unfortunately, despite implementing laws against DUI drivers, DUI accidents in the U.S. are still rising. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that more than 10,000 Americans are killed in DUI crashes every year. Drunk driving accounts for about 29 percent of all motor vehicle accident fatalities in the U.S.

One of the most disturbing things about DUI wrecks is that they are disproportionately likely to result in fatalities or severe injuries — including in traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), broken bones, internal organ injuries, spinal cord damage, and partial or total paralysis.

San Diego Wrongful Death Attorney For Victims Of  Fatal DUI Crashes

All successful wrongful death claims, including drunk driving accident claims, are built on a sturdy foundation of compelling, reliable, and well-presented evidence.

Our California DUI accident lawyers from Arash Law can help you put together a strong, effective legal claim. Relevant evidence in drunk driving accident cases can come in many different forms.

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 behavior. 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 in a drunk driving accident in California, please do not hesitate to contact our legal team for legal guidance. Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free no-obligation fatal car accident case review.