Suspected DUI Driver Arrested in Newport Avenue Pedestrian Crash
Tustin, CA (April 03, 2022) On Saturday evening, a male pedestrian was injured in a DUI collision at the intersection of McFadden Avenue and Newport Avenue.
Officials say that a suspected DUI driver struck the man just after 10 p.m.
Police say that they found a man on the roadway and rendered first aid until the paramedics arrived on the scene.
Paramedics took the patient to a nearby hospital in unknown condition.
Meanwhile, the suspected DUI driver parked nearby and was arrested after failing field sobriety tests.
Both the driver and unidentified female passenger did not sustain injuries.
Officers shut down all northbound lanes of Newport Avenue at Walnut Avenue for about an hour during the investigation.
When driving, it is always important to pay attention to your surroundings. This, and abiding by all the driving laws as well as following all the road signs are simple ways to practice defensive driving.
The perverse actions of a reckless driver can increase the likelihood of traffic collisions.
This is a powerful reminder to always pay close attention to drivers around you. Constantly keep a considerable distance from others just in case harm is near.
Ultimately, defensive driving can lessen the chance of serious Tustin road accidents.
Coping With Crash Injuries
Each year, around 20-50 million people suffer injuries due to road accidents. However, not everyone properly knows about the things you should do next after an injury crash.
The most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash like the DUI collision on McFadden Avenue is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery while securing your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.
Indeed, no one wants to be in an auto accident. However, if you or a loved one sustain injuries due to a reckless driver, reach out to us.
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