![[04-18-2025] Pedestrian Injured in DUI Crash Near D and 12th Streets in Petaluma](https://ak1.to//XOSL.webp)
A pedestrian walking inside a crosswalk was injured after being struck by a minivan driven by a suspected DUI motorist in Petaluma on Friday morning, April 18, 2025.
According to the Petaluma Police Department, officers and emergency responders were dispatched to the crash near D and 12th Streets at around 6:30 a.m.
Upon arrival, authorities found the injured pedestrian in the roadway. She was transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment and is expected to survive her injuries.
The driver, identified as 38-year-old Alexander M., showed signs of alcohol intoxication at the scene. After a DUI investigation, he was arrested and booked into the Sonoma County Main Adult Detention Facility for DUI causing injury.
The Petaluma Police Department is investigating the crash.
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.
