Moreno Valley, CA (November 6, 2023) A man was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after he forced a motorcycle deputy off the road and injuring him, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Moreno Valley Station. The collision occurred on Saturday, November 4th, around 9:30 a.m.
It started when a Riverside County Sheriff’s Department deputy tried to stop a black Nissan Altima who was speeding down Perris Boulevard. The driver of the Nissan crashed into a white Chevrolet pickup truck at the intersection of Eucalyptus Avenue and Perris Boulevard, according to Deputy Chris Loucks.
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Without warning, the driver suddenly slammed on the brakes and stopped. Deputy Loucks said the driver did this intentionally. The motorcycle deputy tried to avoid the Nissan, but didn’t have enough time. The deputy’s motorcycle hit the rear of the Nissan, which disabled the motorcycle.
The driver then hit the gas and sped away from the scene, leaving the motorcycle deputy injured.
Deputies later caught up to the Nissan driver near Perris Street and Webster Street, according to authorities. The driver was taken into custody and faces several charges.
The motorcycle deputy sustained non-life-threatening injuries in this collision. The other occupants of the Nissan, as well as the driver, were uninjured. However, deputies determined that the driver of the Nissan had been under the influence of drugs. He was booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer, driving under the influence of drugs, hit-and-run and reckless evading law enforcement.
Liability In Moreno Valley DUI Car Accidents
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 23152, “(a) It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. (b) It is unlawful for a person who has 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his or her blood to drive a vehicle.” Even small amounts of alcohol can substantially impair drivers in the following ways:
- Delayed reaction times
- Loss of muscle control
- Impaired judgment
- Lowered alertness
The family of any victim that has been injured or killed in a collision with a drunk driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury or wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Moreno Valley DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the deputy injured in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
Do you need more information about an accident that took place in Moreno Valley? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (844) 966-0965.