4 Injured, 2 Arrested in Hit-And-Run DUI Crash on Santa Fe Trail [San Bernardino County, CA]

Family of Four Hospitalized after Hit-And-Run DUI Crash on Santa Fe Trail in San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County, CA (June 29, 2023) – Monday afternoon, a family of four was hospitalized after a hit-and-run crash on Santa Fe Trail and Fox Trail.

Subsequently, police arrested Alvaro Rodriguez, 26, and Edilberto Solano Morales, 32, both from Yucca Valley on charges of hit and run with injuries.

The crash on Santa Fe Trail happened around 2:36 p.m. on June 26.

When deputies arrived, they found that the SUV the victims were riding in had been struck by the suspects, forcing it to flip over.

Officials indicate that the SUV was carrying a 2-year-old girl, a 4-year-old boy, a 27-year-old male, and a 63-year-old lady.

EMS transported them to Desert Regional Medical Center for injury treatment. Their current conditions have not been released.

Meanwhile, investigators later tracked down the suspects at a nearby residence. The men were arrested on charges of hit and run with injuries, DUI traffic collision with injuries, and driving with a blood alcohol content over 0.15%. 

Both suspects were booked at the West Valley Detention Center. Rodriguez is being held on $250,000 bail and Morales is being held on $30,000 bail.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the SBSD’s Morongo Basin Station at 760-366-4175. Anonymous tips can be submitted to We-Tip at 1-800-782-7463 or online at wetip.com.

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Hit-and-run accidents can be particularly traumatic and devastating for victims and their families. These types of accidents occur when a driver hits a pedestrian, cyclist, or other vehicle and then flees off the scene without stopping to provide assistance or exchange information. Hit-and-run accidents can cause serious injuries or even death, and victims and their families may struggle with physical, emotional, and financial consequences.

WHAT HAPPENS TO THE PARTIES INVOLVED AFTER THIS CRASH?

Suppose you or a family member is involved in a similar incident. In that case, the next best thing to do is hire a personal injury lawyer to protect your rights. Many of these types of accidents resulted in the other party’s negligence, and if so, you have the right to pursue a personal injury claim.

WHY DO YOU NEED A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY AFTER A HIT-AND-RUN CRASH ON SANTA FE TRAIL?

Reckless driving has become more common with excess available distractions, such as phones and other smart devices. In recent years, many initiatives have been formed to fight the increase in traffic accidents the state sees annually. 

However, around 20-50 million people are injured or become disabled due to an auto crash each year. It is, therefore, important to know how to proceed if you are involved in a similar traffic collision.

Moreover, if you find yourself unable to operate your vehicle safely, you can always use a rideshare app instead.

If you are troubled in a similar hit-and-run crash on Santa Fe Trail and suffered injuries, please call our offices immediately at (800) 674-7852. This way, we can start pursuing your compensation claim while you focus on getting better. The aftermath of an accident can be a stressful and time-consuming process. Moreover, the damages that are caused during an accident may change the lives of those involved for a long time. That is why having a personal injury lawyer will be a step in the right direction toward recovery.