Teenager Hurt in DUI Collision on West Wellesley Avenue
Spokane, WA (December 16, 2022) On Monday, police arrested 28-year-old Lov’Anna Big Beaver after a hit-and-run crash on North Elgin Street that injured a teenager.
Spokane Police Department says that the collision happened on Sunday at around 6:25 a.m. at the intersection with West Wellesley Avenue.
Reports say that Big Beaver was driving home from a downtown Spokane bar. Officials say that after the collision, the male pedestrian laid on the ground and was shouting for help.
Moreover, officials say that the teenager suffered injuries to his right leg and had broken bones.
Paramedics transported the patient to a hospital.
Meanwhile, officers found vehicle debris of a silver Kia Rio left at the crash scene.
Furthermore, witnesses gave information about the suspect vehicle that led to the registered owner. Officials determined Big Beaver was the driver of the car at the time of the collision.
Authorities arrested Lov’Anna Big Beaver and is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday. Officials say that Big Beaver’s arraignment will be on Wednesday.
It is critical to follow all driving laws and the conditions of the road as it keeps us and everyone around us safe as we travel to our destination.
Meanwhile, according to the NHTSA, most pedestrian accidents are caused by poor visibility.
So, as pedestrians, wearing bright clothing, using the crosswalk, and using a flashlight at night are just some of the steps we can do to avoid accidents.
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Regardless of location, road accident rates increase despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models.
Instances like the West Wellesley Avenue DUI collision are a major public health threat and a leading cause of death for people ages 5-64.
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