Man Died In El Cajon Car Accident With Drunk Driver on State Route 52
EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA (November 1, 2022) – A man has tragically died in an El Cajon head-on car accident with a drunk driver on State Route 52.
San Diego County officials are saying that the accident took place early on Friday. A man was heading down SR-52 when he was hit head-on by a pickup truck.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, the driver of the car died as a result of their injuries.
Police arrested the driver of the pickup truck on suspicion of DUI and gross vehicular manslaughter. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For El Cajon 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.” There are many substances besides alcohol that could potentially impair someone.
- THC
- Benzodiazepines
- Over-the-counter medications
- Prescription drugs
Any person that causes an accident while under the influence of alcohol or drugs could face criminal or civil liability. The family of any person killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a 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 County Car Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of a drunk driver in El Cajon? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need an investigation into a collision, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
