SANTA ANA, CA (October 4, 2022) – A 21-year-old man was charged with manslaughter and drunk driving today in a wrong-way crash that killed Reinne J. Lim, a 22-year-old woman on the Santa Ana (5) Freeway in Tustin.
Dylan Erric James Robinson was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, driving under the influence of alcohol causing injury and DUI with a blood-alcohol content of .08% or more causing injury, all felonies, according to court records. He also faces sentencing enhancements for allegedly inflicting great bodily injury on two victims.
Robinson was accused of killing Reinne J. Lim of Anaheim in a crash that happened around 2:10 a.m. Sunday in the southbound lanes of the freeway near the transition to the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway in Tustin, according to the California Highway Patrol. According to the criminal complaint, the other victim was identified as Tommy L.
The complaint alleges the driver had a blood-alcohol content of .17, more than twice the legal limit of .08.
[via City News Service]
Liability In Tustin 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 Reinne J. Lim’s Crash in Tustin
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Reinne J. Lim and hope they find some solace during this very difficult time. 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 Tustin? 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.