Oscar Munoz-Luna Arrested after Fatal Crash on Washington Place and Sunset Avenue [Pasadena, CA]

1 Dead in Pasadena DUI Accident on Washington Place and Sunset Avenue

 
PASADENA, CA (February 20, 2022) – Friday night, authorities arrested Oscar Munoz-Luna after a fatal crash on Washington Place and Sunset Avenue.
 
The incident happened at around 9:30 p.m. on Washington Place and Sunset Avenue.
 
According to reports, Oscar Munoz-Luna drove a green 1998 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. As he traveled east on Washington Place, he hit a parked unoccupied vehicle. This incident happened on the south side of Washington Place, west of Sunset Avenue.
 
Thus, fire personnel and police responded to the scene. Then, paramedics transported a 55-year-old man to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
 
Meanwhile, Oscar Munoz-Luna and his 40-year-old rear-seat passenger from Altadena sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Responders took both of them to the hospital.
 
Upon receiving treatment, authorities arrested Munoz-Luna on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter and felony driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. They booked him to the Pasadena City Jail with a $100,000 bail.
 
Meanwhile, the authorities haven’t disclosed the identity of the 55-year-old deceased victim from Pasadena.
 
Furthermore, officers urged anyone with information about the incident to contact them at 626-744-4241 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.

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Moving Forward after a Tragic Loss in a Crash

 
The loss of a dear one in the crash on Washington Place and Sunset Avenue is irreversible. Thus, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
 
Those impacted must recognize they may have the authority to file a wrongful death suit. This may be the most beneficial step towards recovery.
 
Filing a claim will help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
 
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to the deceased,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
 
If you lost someone you love in a similar Pasadena auto accident, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. We strive for legal representation that encourages families to remain strong and find hope in their futures. Above all, we understand the gravity of the situation and want to help make this process as easy as possible. With our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you will only need to tend to your well-being, while we focus on your legal claim. Furthermore, our attorneys will ensure that you and your family receive the justice and compensation you deserve. Thus, for more information, call us now for a free consultation at (800) 674 7852.