Anaheim, CA – DUI Suspected in Fatal Crash Between a Car and Box Truck on the Interstate 5 Freeway

Anaheim, CA (March 13, 2019) – An early morning crash on Wednesday is believed to have involved a suspected drunk driver and a box truck along the Interstate 5.

The California Highway Patrol reported that the crash between a red Toyota Camry and a box truck left a passenger in the Camry fatally injured. The collision happened at 2:53 p.m., near Euclid Street. The Camry crashed into the box truck, causing it to overturn and spill the truck’s contents of fruit across the freeway.

Police closed the southbound lanes of the freeway for approximately two hours for the investigation. They report that the Camry driver was speeding when it collided with the truck and is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol. They experienced injuries of unknown severity and were taken to the hospital.

We offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim. Our prayers are with them at this difficult time.

DUI Drivers and Commercial Trucks

Being involved in a crash that combines a drunk or high driver with a truck or other large commercial vehicle is one of the worst situations you can find yourself in on the road. The trauma of the accident may stick with you long after any physical injuries have healed. It can even be difficult to begin driving again until trust in other drivers is restored.

If you were hurt in an accident involving a truck and a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol, contact the Brady Law Group. As experienced truck accident attorneys, we are prepared to help you guide you through the legal system as you recover. Call us at 866-478-6483 and schedule your complimentary 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 to all those involved in the accident.