Modesto, CA (November 5, 2023) A 21-year-old woman was killed on Thursday afternoon, November 2nd, in a Modesto collision, according to the Ceres Police Department. The driver of the other vehicle was arrested for driving under the influence following the collision. Authorities reported that the collision occurred shortly after 4:00 p.m. at the intersection of Faith Home Road and Hatch Road.
Emergency Crews arrived at the scene to discover one person had been ejected from their vehicle. Modesto Fire crews and the American Medical Response team were at the scene following the crash. They used life-saving measures to save the victim, who sustained life-threatening injuries in the crash. Sadly, they were forced to declare the victim dead at the scene.
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After some investigation of the scene, officers learned that the driver of the other vehicle, a 31-year-old male from Empire, had been driving under the influence at the time of the collision. It was not specified if it was drugs or alcohol. They believe his DUI driving is what led to the collision. He was arrested at the scene for a DUI resulting in injury or death and also for second-degree murder.
Investigators are continuing to work the case to try and figure out what exactly happened at the intersection of Hatch Road and Faith Home Road in Modesto on Thursday.
Liability In Modesto 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 Modesto DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman killed in this tragic collision. 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.
Do you need more information about an accident that took place in Modesto? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (844) 966-0965.
