Gerardo Castro Arrested in DUI Crash on Old County Road [Templeton, CA]

Gerardo Castro Arrested in Templeton Motorcycle Crash on Old County Road

 
Templeton, CA (February 03, 2021) – On Tuesday, police arrested 19-year old Gerardo Castro in a motorcycle DUI crash on Old County Road.
 
The Templeton accident took place at around 2:10 A.M.
 
Apparently, Castro was drunk driving a 2002 Yamaha motorcycle at a speed in excess of 30 m.p.h.
 
He was accompanied by 19-year-old Alejandro Garibary. Neither Castro nor Garibary was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.
 
Due to his impairment and speed, Castro was unable to drive through the curve in the roadway. He drove into the fence of a residence bordering Old County Road.
 
As a result, both riders were thrown from the motorcycle. Then, they hit multiple fixed objects.
 
Immediately, Castro located the motorcycle and fled the scene on foot. He attempted to hide from the officers.
 
Moreover, authorities located Castro hiding behind an apartment complex. They arrested him for driving under the influence and felony hit and run.
 
Castro and Garibary were admitted to the hospital for treatment of their injuries.
 
This incident serves as another reminder to never drink and drive.

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How To Proceed From Old County Road Crash

 
On the AAA Foundation Web site, chief executive officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”
 
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. A lawyer will make sure victims are not cheated of the proper compensation they are owed.
 
If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a crash, reach out to Sweet Lawyers. We understand what you are going through. So, 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 7854 for a free consultation. You can also reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.