2 People Injured in Ukiah Auto Accident on Gobbi Street and Main Street
UKIAH, CA (December 21, 2021) – Sunday morning, authorities arrested Dustin Blakesly after a pursuit crash on Gobbi Street and Main Street.
The incident occurred at around 12:25 a.m. on Gobbi Street and Main Street.
According to officers, Dustin Blakesly fled when Mendocino County sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop him over. They tried to pull him over for a traffic violation around 25 minutes earlier at an unspecified location.
He drove onto southbound Highway 101 and CHP officers began the pursuit near Highway 175. The chase went onto country roads and later into the city of Ukiah.
Afterward, Blakesly’s vehicle crashed with a vehicle that had gone out of a Safeway parking lot on Gobbi Street. Eventually, authorities managed to arrest Blakesly after trying to run from the scene.
Moreover, the authorities suspect Dustin Blakesly of evading authorities and driving under the influence of alcohol.
He also had warrants for his arrest related to other incidents that included driving without a valid license and domestic battery.
Meanwhile, two people occupying the other vehicle suffered minor to moderate injuries.
What to Do After Crash Involving Dustin Blakesly
Common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Everyone must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies. Moreover, if a police officer tried to stop you from driving, obey them. They’re doing all of these precautionary measures for your safety and the safety of other motorists as well.
Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you are involved in a dangerous accident, you can reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Also, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field, and we know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional in your area.