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Driver Arrested in Fatal Crash at Padaro Lane Exit
Carpinteria, CA (March 18, 2022, 2022) On Friday, a DUI accident on Highway 101 killed a sedan passenger.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) says that the fatal crash happened around 2:18 a.m. at the Padaro Lane exit on Southbound 101.
Officials say that a 21-year-old from Oxnard drove his silver Nissan sedan unto the rear of a dump truck then went off-road and crashed into trees.
According to the CHP, the 21-year-old driver was seriously hurt, and their passenger died at the scene.
Meanwhile, the dump truck driver did not sustain injuries.
Authorities arrested the Nissan driver at the hospital for gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
Our sincere sympathies to the family and community of the deceased. Our thoughts are with you during this painful time.
Traffic Accidents Could Be Fatal
The family of the victim of the DUI accident on Highway 101 must know that they have the chance to file a wrongful death suit. A wrongful death suit can be the first step towards closure.
“Our goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents. Although nothing can bring back a victim, we strive to secure the future of our clients. We’re here to protect them from further losses,” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
Sweet Lawyers consist of a compassionate legal team that aids families in the most delicate moments.
Moreover, our law group is well-versed in the legal justice system and has no problem overcoming challenges. We are sincere when we say that our firm buckles down when it comes to our clients’ futures and well-being. If you are facing a wrongful death case, call (800) 674 7852.
We highly encourage you to rest and rehabilitate, while we get you the restitution you deserve. The financial toll the loss of a loved one has brought will be covered with us. Thus, if you’re interested, call our wrongful death attorneys today.
You can always reach out to us any time of the day and any day of the week.
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