FONTANA, CA (NOVEMBER 24, 2023): 27-year-old George Riegos has been arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence after an accident in Fontana that injured two people.
According to the Rialto Police Department, the incident occurred on Tuesday, November 21st on Rialto Avenue. Reports indicate that a vehicle failed to stop at a red light and consequently collided with another vehicle near Linden Avenue. Emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene shortly after.
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Upon their arrival, two people were discovered with injuries sustained in the crash. Paramedics rushed these victims to a trauma center for further treatment. Their identity and current condition remains unknown at the time.
Officers subsequently arrested George Riegos of Fontana, booking him at West Valley Detention Center for driving under the influence of alcohol causing injury. His bail was set at $250,000.
Rialoto authorities will continue to investigate the causes of this accident and prosecuting George Riegos for his responsibility.
Liability In Fontana 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 George Riegos’ DUI Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our well wishes to the individuals 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.
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