Vanessa Aragonez (Full Name: Vanessa Abigail Urbina Aragonez), of Arizona, Killed In Pacific Beach DUI Car Acccident on Riviera Drive
PACIFIC BEACH, CALIFORNIA (January 29, 2022) – A woman from Arizona identified as Vanessa Aragonez was killed in a Pacific Beach DUI car accident on Riviera Drive.
San Diego County officials are saying that the collision took place around 1:52 a.m. on Sunday. Vanessa Aragonez and a 24-year-old man got out of a Chevrolet Tahoe and were standing on a sidewalk.
A Toyota Tacoma pickup truck struck both pedestrians. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims.
Sadly, Vanessa Aragonez died due to the severity of her injuries. The man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
Police arrested the driver of the pickup truck on suspicion of DUI.
Liability For Pacific Beach DUI Car Accidents
Driver intoxication remains one of the leading causes of car accidents in the United States. According to the NHTSA, “Every day, about 32 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 45 minutes. In 2020, 11,654 people died in alcohol-impaired driving traffic deaths — a 14% increase from 2019.” Even small amounts of alcohol below the legal limit can substantially impair a person’s ability to operate their vehicle safely.
- A BAC of 0.05% can lead to a decline in visual function.
- A BAC of 0.05% can lead to poor muscle coordination.
- A BAC of 0.05% can reduce a person’s ability to maintain a lane position.
Any driver that causes a collision while intoxicated could face criminal and civil liability for their actions. The family of any person that is killed in a car accident with a drunk driver may be able to seek some measure of justice 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 DUI Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Vanessa Aragonez. It is our sincere hope that the other victim will be able to make a full recovery. This was a preventable tragedy that should have never taken place. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Do you need more information about a Pacific Beach DUI collision? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here for you. 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 any type of support after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
