Los Gatos, CA – Two Vehicles Involved in Alleged DUI near Black Road and Gist Road
Los Gatos, CA (July 16, 2018) – Local news sources reported that a two-vehicle accident and alleged DUI took place at the intersection of Black Road and Gist Road. The incident happened at approximately 5:46 PM in the late afternoon on Friday, July 13, 2018. Authorities have not revealed any detailed information regarding the identities of the people involved in the crash at this time.
Based on the report, a light gray Toyota was traveling in the vicinity of Black and Gist when, for indeterminate reasons, it crashed into an unidentified vehicle that had overlapped two highway lanes. Authorities speculated that one victim may have flown from a vehicle during the impact.
Afterward, rescue teams were dispatched to the crash site and confirmed one victim suffered from a hand laceration. Officials did not clarify if this individual received treatment at the crash site or at a nearby hospital.
According to reports, one witness had seen a driver in the process of pitching beer bottles from one of the vehicles. However, no more details were revealed concerning this moment.
As of now, the investigation is ongoing.
Accident Information
Based on the report, one of the drivers may have been consuming alcoholic drinks prior to driving.
Authorities are working hard to determine what other factors may have led up to the events that caused the crash. Forensic teams will examine photographs of the crash site and inspect both vehicles for mechanical issues or system failure.
In the case of an accident caused by negligence or distracted driving, the non-guilty injured victims will have the legal rights to file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party. By seeking legal assistance, these individuals can receive compensation for a variety of issues including medical bills, vehicle insurance, and painful injuries.
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