1 Hurt in Stockton Auto Accident on El Dorado Street near Churchill Street
STOCKTON, CA (April 17, 2022) – Friday night, authorities arrested Jason McKinley following a DUI crash on El Dorado Street.
The crash happened at about 11:30 p.m. on El Dorado Street near Churchill Street.
According to reports, a white Chevrolet truck driver traveled after a night of drinking with friends. As he traveled home, he veered into oncoming traffic on El Dorado Street near Churchill Street.
Then, he collided with a Toyota head-on.
Officers confirmed that the 39-year-old intoxicated driver Jason McKinley suffered no injuries. However, his Blood Alcohol Content was twice the legal limit.
Meanwhile, the 20-year-old male Toyota driver suffered major injuries. Thus, responders took him to the hospital for treatment.
Moreover, authorities arrested Jason McKinely for felony DUI and driving with a suspended license for a previous DUI.
Due to the limited information available, the authorities continue to investigate the crash.
Moving Forward in a Stockton DUI Accident
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a DUI accident.
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that Stockton accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you have been involved in a dangerous DUI accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. 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.