![[06-08-2024] Passenger Killed Following Suspected Single-Vehicle DUI Crash Near 210 Freeway](https://ak1.to//rUuSh.webp)
A passenger was killed following a suspected single-vehicle DUI crash in San Bernardino on Saturday evening, June 8, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident happened around 7:40 p.m. along 30th Street near Waterman Avenue and the 210 Freeway.
Officers said that a suspected drunk driver was traveling along Waterman Avenue with a passenger inside a Mercedes-Benz SUV. It is said that the vehicle was about to head west onto the 210 Freeway when, for some reason, the driver failed to turn safely and slammed into a yellow advisory sign nearby before rolling over onto 30th Street.
Witnesses helped the two people involved in the crash while responders were on their way. Among them was Riverside County Sheriff Chad B., who was off-duty when the accident occurred. The officer performed CPR on the passenger until paramedics arrived.
The passenger, only identified as a woman, was reportedly thrown off the Mercedes while it was rolling over. She sustained severe injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital, where she later died.
The suspected drunk driver, later identified as 27-year-old Shaylee W. from San Bernardino, was arrested on suspicion of DUI causing bodily injury. There is no confirmation yet whether or not she was injured in the accident as well.
Anyone with information that could help resolve the case is asked to contact the authorities at 909-383-4247. 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.
