An 18-year-old woman was killed, while her male passenger was injured following a single-vehicle DUI crash in Walnut Creek early Thursday morning, August 1, 2024.
According to the Walnut Creek Police Department, the fatal crash occurred at about 1:00 a.m. along Ygnacio Valley Road between North Broadway and North Civic Drive.
WCPD stated that a black car occupied by two people was traveling between 60 and 80 mph along Ygnacio Valley Road when, for some reason, it drove over a median before violently hitting a power pole and a nearby tree.
Upon arriving at the scene, police found the severely damaged car flipped on its roof, with the struck power pole down on the street beside it.
The driver of the crashed vehicle, an 18-year-old woman, died after being ejected from the car. She was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the incident, said the authorities.
Her passenger, a man, reportedly got out of the wreckage on his own power. He was later transported to the hospital after sustaining serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Preliminary reports suggested that the two occupants of the crashed black car had been drinking before leaving Pittsburg. Further information about the identity of the two people involved was not provided.
Additional details about the deadly crash were not immediately available. Police work 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.
