INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[08-17-2024] San Bernardino County, CA – 10-Month-Old Child Hospitalized After Single-Vehicle DUI Crash in Hesperia

A 10-month-old child was hospitalized after a single-vehicle DUI crash in Hesperia on Saturday evening, August 17, 2024

The incident occurred at approximately 8:28 p.m. on I Avenue near Santa Fe Street. According to Sheriff’s spokeswoman Gloria Huerta, a black Honda Accord was traveling south on I Avenue when it lost control, rolled over, and landed on its wheels in an embankment several feet from the main roadway.

Deputies identified the driver as 23-year-old Ailine L. of Victorville, who was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence.

The woman’s 10-month-old child, who was also in the vehicle, was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center and is currently hospitalized.

Leon has been booked at the High Desert Detention Center on charges of DUI and child cruelty, with bail set at $250,000. She faces charges of VC23153(A) DUI Alcohol Causing Bodily Injury and PC 273A(A) Child Abuse With Possible Great Bodily Injury.

The cause of the accident is under investigation by the Hesperia Police Department.

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.