SAN DIEGO, CA (August 11, 2022) – A driver of a Tesla pursued a suspected San Diego DUI driver in a pickup to Clairemont after being struck by the vehicle in Point Loma earlier today.
San Diego Police said that the driver of a Nissan pickup struck the Tesla on Point Loma Street and attempted to drive away Thursday. However, the Tesla driver pursued the truck into the Birdland neighborhood.
During the pursuit, the pickup crashed into a home on Meadowlark Drive and continued onto north state Route 163, where the truck crashed into a third vehicle and guardrail near the Clairemont Mesa Boulevard exit, ABC 10 reported.
The news station reported that police apprehended four occupants of the Nissan truck attempting drive away from the scene after the crash.
One driver was being evaluated for a DUI.
No other information, including possible injuries, was available.
Liability In San Diego 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 San Diego DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our well wishes to anyone who may have been injured or suffered damages in this San Diego DUI crash. 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 San Diego? 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.