Oceanside, CA – Aquilino Ojeda and Ray Herrera Injured in Coast Highway Crash

Oceanside, CA (February 8, 2019) – 82-year-old Aquilino Ojeda and Ray Herrera were seriously injured in a DUI crash that took place on the Coast Highway in Oceanside. The accident took place on Tuesday afternoon and also led to the fatalities of three others.

The accident took place around 2:50 p.m. in the area of Oceanside Boulevard and the Coast Highway. At the time, a 2003 Mazda was traveling east on the highway and went through the intersection with Coast Highway when it was suddenly struck by a 2007 Toyota.

The Mazda spun out of control and a woman and a 13-year-old child were ejected from the vehicle. The woman who was ejected, as well as two others who have not yet been identified, died at the scene of the accident.

Ojeda and Herrera were in the front seat and were pinned inside the vehicle. They were extricated and taken to the hospital with a variety of serious injuries. The teenager remains hospitalized at this time.

Police established that the Mazda driver was driving under the influence at the time. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash.

We understand how difficult it can be to face the aftermath of an accident where you have been injured or lost a loved one. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to all involved.

Car Accidents in California

In 2014, over 160,000 car accidents ended in injuries to those in California. Being involved in a car accident can be a life-changing and even traumatic time in your life. These accidents happen quite often due to the negligence of others. If you suspect that a drunk driver is responsible for your accident, we want you to know that you have many rights and that the party who made such a negligent decision can be held liable. Being injured in a California car accident can be a difficult time for all involved, but you have options and rights.

You need an attorney who has previously dedicated themselves to car accidents in the past as you move forward with your case. At Brady Law Group, we want to ensure you that we will help you every step of the way as you compensate for a variety of aspects like medical bills, lost wages, and more. If you have been injured or lost someone close to you, contact us to find out what we can do for you in your time of need at 866-478-6483.

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.