Chanel Garcia of Newport Beach Killed in DUI Crash on Beach Boulevard [Huntington Beach, CA]

Chanel Garcia Killed, Christopher Johnstone Arrested in Beach Boulevard DUI Crash

 
Huntington Beach, CA (June 16, 2021) – On June 4, 26-year-old Chanel Garcia of Newport Beach died, while police arrested 26-year-old Costa Mesa man Christopher Johnstone, in a DUI crash on Beach Boulevard.
 
The accident took place before 6 p.m., north of Liberty Drive.
 
Officers said Johnstone was driving a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe on Memorial Day when the SUV crashed with a 1975 Honda motorcycle .
 
The motorcycle rider, Garcia was taken in critical condition to an area hospital, where she later lost her life.
 
Reports said Johnstone was driving behind the motorcycle driven by Garcia when she slowed for a traffic signal and was rear-ended by the Tahoe.
 
Meanwhile, officers said Johnstone was charged with driving under the influence of a drug causing injury.
 
He was arraigned Tuesday on an upgraded charge after the victim died June 4. Then, he was ordered to return to court Monday for a preliminary hearing in the West Justice Center in Westminster.
 
Moreover, Johnston still faces the charge with a sentencing enhancement for inflicting great bodily injury as well as misdemeanor counts of possession of a controlled substance and destroying or concealing evidence.

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We at Sweet Lawyers would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the loved ones of Chanel Garcia. Our thoughts are with you during this challenging time.

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Winning Despite The Loss

 
Unfortunately, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other individuals. In some cases, accidents even result in fatality.
 
Thus, it is important to know that you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit if your family loses a member in an accident.
 
The good thing about a wrongful death suit is that it allows families to hold parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused. 
 
In effect, it allows surviving family members to achieve vindication for their dearly departed. 
 
With this in mind, we recommend for you to call us at Sweet Lawyers. Our number is (800) 674 7852.
 
Our lawyers will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. Indeed, they will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.
 
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