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Wrong Way Motorist Arrested for DUI in Orange, California Crash


November 30, 2007
Topic: Drunk Driving Accidents

A 19-year-old Glendale California woman who caused a serious accident by driving the wrong way on a freeway has been arrested for DUI.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the woman, who hasn't been identified, was driving the wrong way on the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway around 1:21 am on Friday. California Highway Patrol was notified that a driver was driving the wrong way on the busy stretch. Just minutes after, the woman's car, a Nissan Altima collided with a Toyota pickup with a man and woman, students of University of California, Riverside inside it.

The Altima was severely damaged. The suspect was seriously injured and had to be rushed to hospital. The occupants of the pickup suffered injuries too.

The suspect has been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Reckless driving is a major cause of road accidents in the country. A person who drives without regard for the rules of the road not only puts his own life in danger but also the lives and safety of other drivers on the road. The California personal injury lawyers at The Reeves Law Group have substantial expertise in handling accident cases arising out of negligence or carelessness of the other party and may be able to help you obtain a settlement.


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