Oakley, CA (August 4, 2023) Oakley Police Department responded to a call on Thursday night in which a vehicle crashed into a residential home. The incident occurred at 8:29 p.m. and authorities say the driver was suspected of driving while under the influence.
Oakley Police Department and Contra Costa County Fire Protection District arrived on the scene at O’Hara Avenue and E. Home Avenue. They found a pickup in a yard after colliding with a house. The driver of the vehicle was injured so officers called for a medical helicopter, but as they treated the patient, they decided that ground support would be best, according to Oakley Sgt. Jeff Solomon.
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Witnesses in the area spoke with officers about the collision. Solomon said that they were told the driver was doing donuts and driving recklessly in the intersection before hitting a parked car. The vehicle then hit a fence, another pickup, and then crashed into the house.
Only the driver of the pickup was injured and the Oakley Police Department is investigation the incident. Solomon told Contra Costa News that they were looking into reckless driving and DUI.
Liability In Oakley 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 An Oakley DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the injured driver. 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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