Joseph Mendivil Killed in San Bernardino Car Accident on Lynnwood Drive
SAN BERNARDINO, CA (June 3, 2020) – Early on Monday, Joseph Mendivil died in a crash on Lynnwood Drive, and police arrested Toniyo Atkinson for DUI.
The incident occurred at around 2:14 a.m. on Lynnwood Drive and Mountain Avenue.
San Bernardino resident Joseph Mendivil was driving when 42-year-old Toniyo Atkinson of San Bernardino collided with him.
According to San Bernardino Police Department officials, Toniyo Atkinson drove an SUV.
The crash happened as a result of SUV broadsiding the Honda Accord.
Furthermore, the impact of the crash left Mr. Mendivil, 37, with fatal injuries.
Additional Details About the Fatal Lynnwood Drive Crash
Additionally, the police confirmed that speed and alcohol played a role in the crash.
Moreover, the police arrested Tinoyo Atkinson on suspicion of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. They then booked Atkinson at the West Valley Detention Center with a bail set to $100,000.
The authorities also urged anyone with information about the crash to call either Detective Dan Acosta or Sgt. Jeff Harvey at 909-384-5792.
During this difficult time, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Joseph Mendivil.
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