A 23-year-old man was arrested for DUI and hit-and-run after a three-vehicle crash injured six people in Victorville on Friday afternoon, November 29, 2024.
The collision happened around 2:25 p.m. at the intersection of Del Gado Road and Dos Palmas. The crash involved a blue Ford X-Max, a white Toyota Corolla, and a black Kia Telluride.
Emergency personnel responded and transported six individuals with minor injuries to a nearby hospital. According to witnesses, the driver of the Ford fled the scene on foot after the crash and was picked up by another vehicle, leaving his injured passenger trapped inside the overturned Ford.
After the Ford was overturned, authorities discovered multiple bottles of beer underneath the vehicle.
Law enforcement detained the suspect near the intersection of Luna and Cahuenga Roads. The driver, identified as Saai M., a resident of Victorville, was arrested and charged with hit-and-run causing injury, DUI causing great bodily injury, and driving on a suspended license. He is currently held on $310,000 bail and is scheduled for a court hearing on December 3, 2024.
The details are still being investigated. No further information is immediately available.
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.
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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.