Newhall, CA – Alleged DUI Driver Crashes Into Ameci Pizza Restaurant Causing Injury
Newhall, CA (March 10, 2019) – A suspected DUI accident took place Friday, March 9th, around 12:30 p.m. A 40-year-old woman, who was thought to be four times over the legal limit, was charged after she collided her car through the window of an Ameci Pizza restaurant during the busy lunch rush.
Paramedics were called to the scene to assist any injured victims. One man, who is in his 60s, was inside the restaurant at the time of the incident and was hospitalized with moderate injuries from the glass and debris. He was transported via ambulance away from the scene of the incident.
There were a few other patrons inside the restaurant who were struck but did not need to go to the hospital for treatment. They suffered mild injuries from the incident.
Police conducted a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test on the driver. She was then arrested for felony DUI with bodily harm when she was found have around a 0.32% blood-alcohol content.
We would like to extend our sincerest sympathies to the victim, as we hope he is pain-free and fully recovers from his injuries.
California Pedestrian and DUI Accident
When a DUI accident happens, authorities will likely arrest the guilty party and pursue further investigation. The DUI driver is almost always found liable for these accidents, and when the information is clear regarding negligence, victims who are injured as a result of the incident can pursue serious personal injury claims. If you are involved in an accident where someone is impaired, you have rights to legal recourse. Talk to a California car accident attorney to find out what your next step should be. An attorney can help you determine if you should receive any compensation for your injuries.
At Brady Law Group we are dedicated to holding careless and criminal drivers responsible for the pain and injury they cause. If you have been injured in an accident due to the actions of an impaired or negligent driver, please call us at 866-478-6483 for a free consultation with one of our attorneys.
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.
