![[05-25-2024] Female Passenger Hospitalized After Suspected Drunk Driver Drove Vehicle Into Big Bear Lake](https://ak1.to//NK7r9.webp)
A female passenger was hospitalized after a suspected drunk driver drove their vehicle into the lake in Big Bear Lake late Saturday night, May 25, 2024.
According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred around 11:00 p.m. at Big Bear Lake.
It all started when the authorities received a report of a vehicle that supposedly went into the lake. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies found the vehicle partially submerged in the water, with its rear end as the only part sticking out.
Deputies said that the driver managed to get out of the now-sinking car on their own, but a female passenger remained trapped inside. One of the responders acted quickly and dove into the lake to save the passenger. The female deputy was able to pull the victim up and into safety, where they were met by the paramedics.
The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Her current condition is unknown, as are her name, age, and place of origin.
The driver of the vehicle, meanwhile, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Further information was not available immediately. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Check yourself for any injuries.
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