Folsom, CA – Several Injured in DUI Crash Following Police Chase on Clarksville Road
Folsom, CA (August 4, 2018) – Several people were reported injured following a police chase that resulted in a motor vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Clarksville Road in Folsom. A local and reliable news source reported the crash that occurred after police had been attempting to pull over a motorist on suspicion of DUI.
According to reports, the suspect did not pull over but continued driving along Iron Point Road. The allegedly impaired driver then attempted a left turn onto Broadstone Parkway before crashing into a vehicle on Clarksville Road. The impact of the crash sent debris flying through the air, some of which struck and injured a nearby pedestrian. Both the driver of the vehicle that was struck along with the suspected DUI driver was injured in the collision.
Paramedics were quick to arrive on the scene in an effort to assist the injured parties. All three of the victims were immediately transported to a local hospital to be treated for their wounds. The extent of injuries has not been provided at this time, however, officials added that the impaired motorist who caused this crash will be arrested following their release from the hospital. Authorities are presently engaged in a full investigation of all the events that transpired during this accident.
We sincerely wish for the full and healthy recovery of all the victims involved.
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While it seems rather apparent that the suspected DUI driver will be held liable for all damages that resulted from this wreck, investigators will comb over all evidence before making that final determination. In all likelihood, the victims of this accident will have suitable grounds for serious personal injury claims following the arrest of the suspect and the completion of the investigation.
We at Brady Law Group are fervently committed to holding negligent and criminal drivers responsible for the immeasurable pain and devastation they inflict. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident due to a negligent, criminal, and/or DUI driver, please call us at (866) 211-2562 for a free consultation today.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.