Colton L Owen Arrested in Pedestrian Crash on Butte Street [Elko, NV]

11-Year-Old Girl Injured in Elko Pedestrian Accident on Butte Street

 
ELKO, NV (August 10, 2022) – Sunday afternoon, authorities arrested Colton L Owen in a pedestrian crash on Butte Street.
 
According to the West Wendover Police Department, the incident happened at around 3:52 p.m. on Butte Street.
 
Reports revealed that a westbound Toyota Tacoma struck an 11-year-old female pedestrian for still unknown reasons. Then, the force of the crash lifted the victim into the hood of the vehicle. Then, it threw them onto the roadway. Moreover, the suspect’s vehicle struck a large rock after the initial incident.
 
Moreover, off-duty West Wendover Police Department officer Tomas Ramirez saw the incident. Then, they provided aid to the injured pedestrian.
 
Also, responders transported the victim to a hospital for treatment.
 
Furthermore, officers arrested the vehicle driver, 32-year-old Colton L. Owen with suspicion of DUI resulting in substantial bodily harm, no proof of insurance, failure to decrease speed or use due care, failure to change name or address on driver’s license, and resident with nonresident driver’s license with a $100,000 bail.
 
Meanwhile, the incident remained under investigation.

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How To Proceed From the Crash Involving Colton L Owen

 
Driving is essential for many to move about in their lives. However, it is one of the most dangerous daily maneuvers. Thus, it is therefore important to know how to proceed in case you find yourself involved in an accident.
 
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that serious accident cases may call for a separate investigation. An experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party must spearhead this investigation. Moreover, a lawyer will make sure victims or those impacted are not cheated in the legal aftermath.
 
If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian crash, reach out to the attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. Above all, we understand what you are going through, and our team is here to ensure your legal rights are safeguarded. Moreover, with over 40 decades in the field, we have the experience and the tools to win your case. Call us today at (800) 674 7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation. Thus, for your convenience, you can also reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.