![[10-06-2024] Five Injured, Including Two Children, in Wrong-Way DUI Crash on 73 Toll Road Near Irvine](https://ak1.to//ZcxBd.webp)
Five people, including two young children, were hospitalized after a crash involving a suspected DUI wrong-way driver on the 73 Toll Road near Irvine on early Sunday morning, October 6, 2024.
The crash occurred around midnight when a Toyota Camry driver traveling the wrong way collided with a southbound Lincoln MKZ north of Campus Drive.
Among the injured were two young children, their mother, and the driver and passenger of the Lincoln MKZ, all of whom sustained significant injuries and were taken to the hospital, according to CHP Officer Alexander Stirling.
The driver of the Camry was arrested on suspicion of DUI. Further details on the crash are not currently available.
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.
