Luis Martin Alatorre Sr Dead, Maria Bobadilla Arrested after Accident on Highway 99 [Tulare County, CA]

Luis Alatorre Dead and Several Injured after Tulare County Crash on Highway 99

 
TULARE COUNTY, CA (April 20, 2021) – Saturday, Luis Martin Alatorre Sr. died in a Highway 99 accident involving Maria Bobadilla.
 
According to reports, the incident occurred at about 6:26 p.m. northbound on Highway 99 and Avenue 16.
 
Upon the officers’ arrival, they found out that a Jeep Gladiator drove into the oncoming lane. Then, it collided head-on into a GMC Sierra.
 
As a result, both vehicles went into the center median and struck the guardrail. Then, the Jeep rolled over through the center median until it landed in the southbound lanes of Highway 99.
 
Thus, the Jeep went directly into the path of a Nissan Sentra and BMW motorcycle.
 
Afterward, both vehicles crashed into the Jeep. The force of the crash threw off both riders.
 
Responders airlifted the BMW motorcycle’s rider to Kern Medical, where he died of his injuries. Meanwhile, the motorcycle’s passenger went to Kaweah Delta Medical Center in Visalia with major injuries.
 
Furthermore, responders took the GMC Sierra’s driver and passenger to Delano Regional Medical Center with moderate-major injuries.
 
Also, authorities determined that the 19-year-old Jeep driver, Maria Bobadilla of Earlimart, was under the influence of alcohol. Thus, officers arrested her on the scene.
 
The authorities booked Bobadilla into the Tulare County Pre-Trial facility for gross vehicular manslaughter. She also received charges on felony DUI causing injury and causing great bodily injury to multiple victims.

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To the family and friends mourning the death of Luis Martin Alatorre Sr., our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. May you be comforted and find peace during this time.

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Filing a Wrongful Death Claim after a Tulare County Accident

 
In the fatal accident on Highway 99 and Avenue 16, the family of the victim must become aware of their rights under the law.
 
Those closest to the victim may seek compensation for their loss; some common examples of what this could be used for are funeral expenses, medical bills, and loss of consortium.
 
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family with the space to heal. At the same time, ensuring that justice is brought to the deceased,” says Mark Sweet, a lawyer at Sweet Lawyers.
 
If a loved one died in an accident due to a reckless driver, do not hesitate to file a claim. To begin your wrongful death claim, call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852. Moreover, our goal is to remain on your side throughout your legal battle and grant you and your family the settlement you deserve. Indeed, we single ourselves out from other personal injury law firms by providing personalized guidance and aggressive representation. Ultimately, for more information, you can call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free consultation with a legal professional.