Mission Viejo, CA – Mike Kreza Critically Injured Bike Accident Involving Intoxicated Driver on Alicia Pkwy
Mission Viejo, CA (November 4, 2018) – Officials have confirmed a Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Captain was hit and severely injured by an intoxicated driver Saturday morning in Mission Viejo. The crash transpired at approximately 8:00 am Saturday morning, November 3rd, on Alicia Pkwy near Via Burgos.
Captain Mike Kreza was reportedly riding his bicycle traveling eastbound on Alicia Pkwy when he was struck by a van driven by Stephen Taylor Scarpa. Sometime later, firefighters responded to the crash site and rendered aid to Kreza who sustained life-threatening injuries. He was then taken to a local trauma center, where he was listed in critical condition.
Kreza, an 18-year veteran of the Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Department, was off-duty at the time the accident occurred. According to investigators, Scarpa stopped his vehicle after the collision took place. Police arrested him on suspicion of felony DUI.
We are always shocked and saddened to learn about senseless and completely avoidable accidents such as this one that involves the thoughtless and careless actions of a drunk driver. Our thoughts and prayers are with the 18-year veteran of the Costa Mesa Fire Department, Captain Mike Kreza and his entire family as they try to make sense of this terrible incident. We pray that Mr. Kresa will be able to make a full recovery from his injuries and that he and his family will be able to find the strength to begin the long process towards healing.
DUI Accidents in California
DUI accidents are on the rise in California. Alcohol-related and impaired driving accidents are a serious threat to the well being and safety of the public as a whole. Statistics show that fatal accidents involving impaired drivers rose more than 16% in 2017.  The California State Traffic Agency (CalSTA) indicates that accidents involving drugged drivers are on the rise in California too.
If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident involving a driver who was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may be entitled to compensation to help with costs such as medical bills, vehicle damage, or loss of wages. We highly recommend that you reach out to an experienced attorney to guide you through the legal process.
The Brady Law Group has more than forty years of experience handling these types of complex cases throughout the state of California. Call the team of lawyers you can trust. Call the Brady Law Group for a free consultation with one of our experienced team members at (866) 211-2562 today. We are waiting to speak with you.
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.
