Gustavo Cuiriz Arrested in a Startling Bicycle Crash on College Avenue near Apache Boulevard [Tempe, AZ]

3 People Injured in Tempe Bicycle Accident on College Avenue near Apache Boulevard

TEMPE, AZ (October 27, 2024) – Last October 6, Gustavo Cuiriz was arrested in a startling bicycle crash on College Avenue near Apache Boulevard.

The incident occurred on College Avenue, just south of Apache Boulevard, south of the ASU campus. Officers confirmed that three bicyclists were taken to the hospital following the crash.

Tempe Police took 21-year-old Cuiriz into custody as the driver of a Toyota SUV involved in the incident. Authorities report that Cuiriz stayed on the scene and cooperated fully. Initial findings indicate that impairment was not a factor in the case. 

Cuiriz now faces three counts of causing serious physical injury through moving violations, classified as a class 1 misdemeanor. His driving privileges may also be subject to suspension by the court. A mug shot for Cuiriz was not immediately released.

Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

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What’s Next after Crash Involving Gustavo Cuiriz

According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.

To avoid any involvement in serious accidents, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.

It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to handle the immediate aftermath of a bicycle collision properly. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.

“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.