VICTORVILLE, CA (AUGUST 25, 2023): 22-year-old Omar Maya faces DUI charges for a collision that left a woman and a child critically injured in Victorville Wednesday evening.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at around 8:30 p.m. along Silica Drive near Seventh Avenue. 22-year-old Maya struck a silver Nissan sedan with his black Honda for unknown reasons.
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Emergency personnel responded to the scene to help remove a person trapped inside the Nissan, which was occupied by two adults and two children. They then requested a Mercy Air helicopter to airlift a woman in critical condition, and subsequently requested a second airlift for a pediatric patient. The woman was transported to Arrowhead Medical Center, and the child to Loma Linda University Medical Center.
Maya was uninjured and was later arrested for a DUI. He is currently held on a $250,000 bail. The other occupants of the Nissan denied medical transportation at the scene.
The condition of the injured woman and child remains unknown. Victorville Police Department continue to investigate the cause of this collision involving 22-year-old Omar Maya in Victorville.
Liability In Victorville 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 Victorville DUI Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our well wishes to the woman and child injured in this collision, and wish for a speedy recovery. 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 Victorville? 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.
