[04-16-2024] Napa County, CA – Injury Reported After Multi-Vehicle Hit-And-Run DUI Collision Near Trower Avenue

An injury was reported after a multi-vehicle hit-and-run and DUI collision in Napa on Tuesday afternoon, April 16, 2024.

According to the Napa Police Department, the traffic incident happened at about 3:46 p.m. near the highway’s intersection with Trower Avenue.

Police said that a vehicle struck the rear end of another car, sparking a chain of rear-end crashes that reportedly involved a total of four vehicles. The driver who caused it all then fled the scene. The crash was said to have resulted in a minor injury.

About 30 minutes later, police received a report about a suspicious vehicle whose driver was passing out at the wheel and driving unsafely, prompting a search. The officers then found the suspect vehicle parked on the 2800 block of Soscol Avenue. It was the same car that triggered the chain of three collisions moments prior.

The NPD identified the driver as 27-year-old Alejandro G. from Solano County. He was detained and booked into the Napa County jail on suspicion of DUI and leaving the scene of an accident. 

Police are also pursuing felony charges against the arrested driver due to the injury he caused. His bail amount was $100,000 as of Wednesday night.

Additional information was not available at this time.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.

• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.

• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.

• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.

• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.

• Seek immediate medical attention.

• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. 

The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.