Fillmore, CA (July 26, 2023) A 60-year-old man from Ojai was arrested for a drug-related DUI after causing a head-on collision on Highway 126 on Monday. He was driving a 2018 Dodge Ram 1500 eastbound when he swerved into oncoming traffic, shortly before 2:00 p.m.
California Highway Patrol said the man’s pickup collided with a 2006 Chevrolet pickup traveling west. The driver, a 43-year-old Lancaster man was traveling with a woman, 49. The woman was trapped on the passenger side of the vehicle and the Ventura County Fire Department had to remove her from the vehicle. They were both transported to Ventura County Medical Center with serious injuries.
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A third vehicle, a Dodge ProMaster cargo van, also traveling westbound, was hit by debris from the collision. The driver of the van wasn’t injured and the passenger received minor injuries.
The Ojai driver suffered minor injuries and was taken into custody. California Highway Patrol said drug-related impairment seemed to be the cause of the collision.
Liability In Fillmore DUI Car Accidents
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 23152, “(a) It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. (b) It is unlawful for a person who has 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his or her blood to drive a vehicle.” Even small amounts of alcohol can substantially impair drivers in the following ways:
- Delayed reaction times
- Loss of muscle control
- Impaired judgment
- Lowered alertness
The family of any victim that has been injured or killed in a collision with a drunk driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury or wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Fillmore DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to everyone injured in this accient. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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