Melissa Williams Arrested in Pedestrian Crash on 1000 North Main Street [Porterville, CA]

1 Hurt in Porterville Pedestrian Accident on 1000 North Main Street

 
PORTERVILLE, CA (March 22, 2022) – Saturday night, authorities arrested Melissa Williams in a DUI pedestrian crash on 1000 North Main Street.
 
The incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. in the 1000 block of North Main Street.
 
Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a 25-year-old woman down on the side of the road with major injuries. Then, they gave her CPR until EMS arrived and transported her to the hospital. Then, they listed her in critical condition.
 
Meanwhile, the Porterville Police Department confirmed that Melissa Williams of Lindsay drove the involved vehicle. Then, she veered off the road and hit the 25-year-old.
 
Also, Williams showed signs of being under the influence of drugs or medication. Thus, they arrested and booked her into the Tulare County Jail, being held on $100,000 bail.
 
Furthermore, they urged anyone with information about the crash to contact Porterville investigators at 559-782-7400.
 

Dealing with Porterville Accidents

 
Accidents can leave you or your passengers severely injured, disfigured, and permanently disabled. Common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards.

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To avoid being involved in an auto accident, a driver must aim high in steering. Don’t make your steering adjustments based on what is directly in front of you, but rather what is down the road. If the road is winding to the right, for example, look as far into the turn as possible. This will improve your safety and make your turns smoother.
 
Also, the most valuable step you can take in response to the crash on 1000 North Main Street is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery. At the same time, securing your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.
 
“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. Also, we are driven by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers.
 
If you or a loved one has recently been involved in a similar accident, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Our attorneys will guide you through every step of the way. Also, we are here to assure that you receive the justice and compensation that you deserve. Call our offices today at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional.