A passenger was injured after a single-vehicle DUI crash in Castaic, Los Angeles County, on Monday night, July 29, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on Ridge Route Road and Luke Hughes Road, south of the Castaic Lake Dam Access.
Upon arrival, officers found a wrecked car approximately 100 feet down an embankment along Lake Hughes Road. It is still unclear how the vehicle ended up there, but CHP reported that its two occupants, a driver and a passenger, got out of the crashed car by themselves.
The passenger, whose name, age, and gender were not provided, sustained unspecified injuries. It was not immediately known if the victim was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Authorities later found out that the driver, a 21-year-old man, was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. He was arrested and booked into Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on felony DUI causing injuries.
The DUI suspect is currently being held in the Inmate Reception Center. CHP’s investigation into the accident is underway.
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.
