Perris Drunk Driver Struck and Killed Motorcyclist, Riverside Police Say
A DUI suspect in Perris reportedly crashed into a motorcycle and then left the scene inadvertently driving away with the motorcyclist’s dead body lodged in the rear window of his car. Tony Martinez, 54, reportedly cut off motorcyclist Nicholas Justin Campbell as he was pulling out of a parking lot, according to this news report on Fox News’ Web site. California Highway Patrol officials said Campbell was traveling at 80 mph when Martinez reportedly cut him off.
The motorcycle slammed into Martinez’s vehicle and Campbell was thrown through the car’s rear window. Martinez only realized Campbell was in his car after he got home. He then drove Campbell’s body to a Riverside County fire station where the 20-year-old motorcyclist was pronounced dead. Martinez was reportedly arrested and booked on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter, hit-and-run and driving under the influence.
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense. In California, it is a crime to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. A DUI arrest in San Diego or elsewhere can adversely affect your job, mobility, auto insurance and quality of life. In some cases, where repeat DUI offenses are involved, a DUI conviction could result in significant jail time.
Do not let this happen to you. If you have been charged with drunk driving or vehicular manslaughter, which is a serious felony, please call a truly experienced San Diego DUI lawyer. Call the Law Office of Stephen R. Brodsky. We will help you prepare a winning defense and fight your DUI.
