Rear-End Collision on Newport Road Led to Serious Injuries
Menifee, CA (March 23, 2024) On Friday evening, a Toyota driver was hurt and a motorcycle rider suffered serious injuries after a possible DUI crash on Menifee Road.
According to the Menifee Police Department (MPD), the read-end collision happened at about 11:35 p.m. at the intersection of Menifee Road and Newport Road.
Reports say that a man on an eastbound Harley-Davidson rear-ended a Toyota sedan.
The impact of the crash ejected the rider into the westbound lanes of Newport, near Stater Way.
Medics say that the rider suffered serious injuries and was taken to the hospital. Meanwhile, the Toyota driver suffered minor injuries and was also taken to the hospital.
Authorities believe that alcohol played a part in the probable cause of the rear-end collision.
Police are investigating the traffic incident.
Pay attention to your surroundings whenever driving. Abiding by all the driving laws and following all the road signs are simple ways to avoid traffic accidents.
Additionally, defensive driving plays a big role in ensuring the safety of both you and the other motorists and pedestrians on the road.
Dealing With the Aftermath of the Possible DUI Crash on Menifee Road
Despite their scrupulous creation and mapping for efficient travel, highways are among the most dangerous places on earth. Consequently, everyone must remain calm to handle the situation effectively after a collision.
In fact, on the AAA Foundation website, Chief Executive Officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”
The following are things we should remember if we are involved in an accident:
- Before anything else, seek medical attention if you or someone with you has been hurt.
- Get to a safe place to prevent further damage or injury.
- Collect as much information as possible, including insurance and contact information for people involved in the accident and pictures/videos of vehicles involved. Also, do not forget to document faults and whatever can be used as evidence.
- File a police report or incident report by calling 911.
- Finally, hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers.
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