![[05-15-2024] Two People Killed, Two Others Injured After Suspected Two-Vehicle DUI Crash Along Beach Street](https://ak1.to//Ug51.webp)
Two people were killed, while two others were injured after a suspected two-vehicle DUI crash in San Luis Obispo on Wednesday night, May 15, 2024.
According to the San Luis Obispo Police Department, the fatal collision happened at about 9:30 p.m. around the Beach Street and Pismo Street intersection.
Police said that a vehicle was barreling down southbound Beach Street at dangerous speeds and failed to stop on a four-way intersection at Pismo Street before violently crashing into another vehicle. The speeding car, with three men inside, reportedly flipped over multiple times as a result of the collision.
The driver and one passenger were said to have been ejected from the vehicle during the rollover. Both of them were taken to a local hospital after sustaining critical injuries but later perished inside the facility.
The third man inside the speeding vehicle survived with minor injuries. He was wearing his seatbelt, unlike the other two.
Meanwhile, the driver of the vehicle they struck, a woman, was also transported to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities believe that alcohol intoxication played a role in the deadly accident. There was no further information available at the time.
Potential witnesses are encouraged to share their stories and help with the ongoing investigations.
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.
