Bakersfield, CA – 1 Killed, 2 Injured in DUI Crash

Bakersfield, CA (November 13, 2018) – A car accident on Panama Lane near Highway 99 northbound involving a drunk driver left two men injured and one dead on Monday night.

Cristian Avalos, 24, was driving east on Panama Lane when his vehicle turned into the northbound off-ramp for Highway 99. He then crashed into a sedan with two occupants. The crash resulted in the death of the passenger that was riding with Avalos. Avalos himself only sustained a few minor injuries and was arrested the very next day on charges of drunk driving and murder.

No names or any other information on the other people involved in the accident have been released at this time. The investigation is still ongoing.

Drunk Driving in California

At this time we would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the one known victim of this terrible car accident. We know this is a heartbreaking time for everyone involved.  

Those who choose to drink and then get behind the wheel of a car represent a very serious threat to public safety. This is especially true among the age group of 18 to 24-year-olds for whom the leading cause of death is impaired driving on California roadways. Car accident fatalities where a blood alcohol level greater than .08% was a factor increased by 16.3% from 2015 to 2016.

If you or someone that you care for has been injured in a car accident where a drunk driver was at fault then the law states that you are entitled to be reimbursed for certain damages. Those damages include medical bills, therapy bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering just to name a few.

In order to make sure that you receive everything you deserve it is important that you keep all your medical paperwork and document your findings and progress every step of the way. The other thing you need to do is to talk to an attorney at Brady Law Group as soon as you can by calling (866) 211-2562. Our experienced attorneys know the ins and outs of the legal system and can advise you on what your options are to make sure you get the compensation that you deserve for your injuries.

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.