Napa County, CA (October 16, 2023) 21-year-old Fabian Solorio of Woodland was injured and 20-year-old Miguel Pina was arrested following a Napa County collision. The California Highway Patrol said the accident occurred around 5:00 p.m.
Pina was driving a 2006 BMW west on Highway 128, east of Wragg Canyon Road, when he lost control of the car. The California Highway Patrol said the BMW went down an embankment, flipped over and then struck a tree.
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Medical personnel arrived at the scene and found both occupants with injuries. Solorio sustained serious injuries in the accident and was taken by air ambulance to Kaiser Permanente Vacaville Medical Center, according to CHP. Pina, who was driving, sustained minor injuries and was taken by an American Medical Response ambulance to Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center.
The California Highway Patrol released a statement in which they said Pina was arrested in connection with the collision. Drugs are suspected to be a factor in this accident.
Liability In Napa County 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 Napa County DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the injured passenger in this 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 Napa County? 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.
