Johanna Mayapuga Arrested for Fatal DUI Accident on Highway 1 and Airport Boulevard [Watsonville, CA]

Fatality Reported in Watsonville Crash on Highway 1, Johanna Mayapuga Arrested

 
WATSONVILLE, CA (February 22, 2021) – On Sunday, a person died and Johanna Mayapuga, 22, was arrested for the DUI accident on Highway 1.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at about 12:17 a.m. Moreover, it happened on Highway 1 and Airport Boulevard.
 
Also, the authorities confirmed that one person died at the scene.
 
At this time, the events that have led up to the crash remain unclear. Thus, the authorities continue to investigate the collision.
 
Later reports revealed that Mayapuga’s 2015 Nissan going northbound struck a 2002 BMW driving southbound.
 
As a result, the BMW’s passenger, a 45-year-old woman from Moss Landing, was pronounced dead at the scene.
 
Meanwhile, paramedics took the 46-year-old male driver, also from Moss Landing, to the hospital for major injuries.
 
Johanna Mayapuga, of Santa Cruz, is being held for felony DUI.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our genuine condolences during this difficult time to the family and friends of the victim.

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The Rights of The Family of the Victim

 
In the accident on Highway 1, the family of the victim must become aware of their rights under the law.
 
Those closest to the victim may have the right to seek compensation for their loss. Some common examples include funeral expenses, medical bills, and what is called “loss of consortium.” Loss of consortium generally means the deprivation of future affection and companionship over an untimely death.
 
“Our goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents. Although nothing can bring back those dearly departed, we strive to secure the future of our clients, protecting them from further losses,” explains Mark Sweet, a seasoned attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
Losing a loved one in a crash is a heavy load. Contact our experienced wrongful death attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. Our seasoned lawyers have varied experience in the field. We will get the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us at (800) 674 7852. You can also reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week by online chat, text message, and email.