![[05-21-2024] Three People Injured After Suspected Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle DUI Crash in Ocean Beach](https://ak1.to//zuYh0.webp)
Three people were injured after a suspected motorcycle vs. vehicle DUI crash in Ocean Beach, San Diego, on Tuesday afternoon, May 21, 2024.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the traffic accident occurred at about 4:36 p.m. around the intersection of Bacon Street and Voltaire Street.
SDPD said that a 42-year-old man was riding his 2024 BMW motorcycle westbound on 5100 Voltaire Street with a 38-year-old female passenger. In front of them was a 49-year-old man driving a 2016 Honda CRV that had stopped at the stop sign approaching the intersection with Bacon Street.
It is said that the motorcyclist failed to stop safely behind the Honda, resulting in a violent rear-end collision in which the motorcycle reportedly caught fire.
The rider suffered severe burn injuries as a result of the incident, while his passenger was thrown off their ride and was seriously injured. She reportedly sustained an open pelvic fracture on top of a large laceration on her scalp. The Honda driver, meanwhile, complained of pain in his back.
What caused the collision in the first place remains unclear, but SDPD believes that DUI may be involved. The authorities are still carefully analyzing all the evidence they could find.
Additional information was not immediately available. Investigations are 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.
