Suspected Drunk Driver and Passenger Suffer Severe Injuries In San Diego DUI Crash
A man suspected of driving under the influence in San Diego and his passenger suffered serious injuries after their vehicle crashed and rolled over during an early morning pursuit. According to an article in the San Diego Union-Tribune, the pursuit began after a San Diego sheriff’s deputy tried to pull over the driver on the westbound state Route 54 on suspicion of DUI, but the driver did not stop and sped away.
The vehicle, which was then traveling at unsafe speeds, exited Jamacha Boulevard, struck a guard rail, hit a curb and flew down an embankment landing on its roof. Both people who were in the vehicle had to be extricated. Both suffered serious injuries. The driver who was said to be driving under the influence will most likely be arrested on suspicion of felony DUI because of the serious injuries to his passenger.
Felony drunk driving charges, as opposed to misdemeanor DUIs, are extremely serious and will most likely result in prison time, severe penalties, fines and suspension of driver’s license. Anyone who has been charged with felony drunk driving needs an experienced and knowledgeable California DUI defense attorney who will help acquit them or reduce their charges. The punishment or penalties will depend on the defendant’s prior criminal record as well.
If you have been charged with drunk driving, call the Law Office of Stephen Brodsky for a free, comprehensive and completely confidential consultation.
