Whittier, CA – Five People Injured in DUI Accident on 60 Freeway

Whittier, CA (February 20, 2019) – On Tuesday morning, around 2:50 a.m., five people received injuries due to a DUI accident involving a California Highway Patrol patrol car on the 60 Freeway.

At the time, two CHP officers had been in their patrol car stopped on the side of the roadway so that they could help somebody parked on the side of the road. They pulled over to help the driver, which was when a second vehicle came down the freeway and struck the patrol vehicle. The two officers were outside their vehicle at the time and their patrol car was pushed into them as they were standing nearby.

The car spun around and ended up in the middle lanes of the highway, where it was then struck by another driver. Paramedics arrived at the scene to assist those who were injured.

Five people were transported to the hospital and two were listed in stable condition. Police arrested 23-year-old Adrian Estrada on suspicion of drunk driving.

At this time, the investigation into the accident continues.

We would like to take a moment to extend our deepest sympathies to those involved in this accident, with the hopes that they will be able to recover from their injuries during this difficult time.

DUI Accidents in California

Every day in the United States, 29 people will lose their lives in accidents that took place due to the recklessness of alcohol-impaired drivers. Many more will be hospitalized with serious accidents that took place due to the negligence of these drivers. Many drivers leave clubs, bars, and parties every year, only to make the decision to get behind the wheel of a car and, while this happens, lives could be risked. If you are somebody who has suffered the ill effects of a serious California DUI accident, you have many rights.

At Brady Law Group, our experienced car accident attorneys have handled many DUI accidents for a variety of clients and are interested in helping you pursue all potentially liable parties for damages and losses that can assist you in your time of need. We do not believe that you should have to handle paying medical bills and other costs on your own when another party caused your accident. Please contact us today to find out how we can assist 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.