Pedestrian Died In Sacramento County Car Accident With Suspected Drunk Driver By The Intersection of Elkhorn Boulevard at Butterball Way
SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (March 16, 2023) – A pedestrian was killed in a Sacramento County car accident by Elkhorn Boulevard at Butterball Way.
Sacramento County officials are saying that the collision took place around 11:15 p.m. on Monday. A pedestrian was crossing the roadway when they were hit by a 32-year-old driver.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver that hit them was arrested on suspicion of DUI. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For DUI Car Accidents
Driver intoxication remains one of the leading causes of car accidents in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “In 2020, 11,654 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers, accounting for 30% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States. This was a 14.3% increase compared to the number of crash deaths involving alcohol-impaired drivers in 2019.” There are many different substances that could potentially impair a driver.
- Prescription drugs
- Sleep aids
- Benzodiazepines
- Methamphetamines
It is illegal for any driver to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When a driver hits a pedestrian while intoxicated, they could be held at fault through the doctrine of negligence per se. The family of any person that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. 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 DUI Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. This was a preventable tragedy that should not have taken place.
Do you need more information about a Sacramento County DUI car accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any 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 more information about a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
