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[10-29-2024] Placer County, CA – Woman Killed, Driver Injured After Suspected DUI Crash Near Lincoln

[10-29-2024] Woman Killed, Driver Injured After Suspected DUI Crash Near LincolnA 26-year-old man from Marysville was arrested on suspicion of felony vehicular manslaughter after his passenger was ejected and died in a rollover crash near Lincoln on early Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024. 

According to the California Highway Patrol, officers responded to the scene around 1:20 a.m. on northbound Highway 65, north of Nelson Lane.

The investigation revealed that the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to travel off the right shoulder and overturn. A 24-year-old woman, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene. The driver sustained major injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment.

CHP officers suspect that alcohol may have played a role in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.

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.

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