Man Fatally Injured on Hartnell Avenue in a Redding Drunk Driving Crash
One driver died, and another was placed under arrest on November 25 following a drunk driving crash in Redding. The accident happened on Hartnell Avenue around 3:15 in the afternoon. When officers with the Redding Police Department and emergency personnel arrived at the scene, they discovered two Chevrolet Silverado pickups had collided.
Redding Drunk Driving Crash Kills Other Pickup Driver
One of the drivers was trapped inside their vehicle and unresponsive. The driver was pronounced deceased after being transported to Mercy Medical Center. The driver of the other pickup, age 31, showed signs of being impaired.
Driver Facing Multiple Charges in Accident That Kills Other Motorist
After being evaluated, he was found to have a BAC level higher than 0.08 percent and was also under the influence of narcotics as well as alcohol. The man was placed under arrest and booked at the Shasta County Jail on charges of DUI causing bodily injury and driving with a DUI-suspended license. He was also charged with possession of a controlled substance and violation of probation.
Drunk Driver Was Speeding at the Time of the Fatal Accident
A preliminary investigation into the crash by police indicated that the DUI driver was going above the speed limit along eastbound Hartnell Avenue near Churn Creek when he crashed into the other Silverado, which was exiting a driveway. The DUI driver fled the scene on foot right after the Redding drunk driving crash but was apprehended by police.
Drunk Driving and Auto Accidents
A family who loses a loved one in an accident caused by a negligent driver may want to file a wrongful death claim to recover damages. Although it will not ease their grief, it can help them avoid the financial distress that often accompanies death, especially if the person who died contributed to the family’s income. Recoverable damages include:
- The expenses for the funeral and burial
- Recovery of the wages, bonuses, pension and insurance the decedent would have earned until their retirement age
- The spouse can recover compensation for their loss of consortium, moral support and affection
- The family’s children can recover damages for the loss of nurturing and guidance
- Compensation for the loss of household services, including lawn and auto care, childcare and other tasks
Watch the following video to learn about wrongful death claims from accident lawyer Ed Smith:
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Redding
I am Ed Smith, and I’m a wrongful death lawyer in Redding. A driver’s negligence can lead to the death of a loved one, which is a devastating experience for the family. In such a situation, the family may be able to recover compensation through filing a wrongful death claim. Our injury lawyers can provide you with free, friendly advice about whether you can file a claim by calling us at (530) 392-9400 or (800) 404-5400. If you prefer, you can also contact us online.
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