One Dies in Trinity County Crash
On Saturday, May 23, a man lost his life during a Trinity County crash that police suspect to have been a DUI. Officials from the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office have stated that they are currently withholding her identity until her family is notified. California Highway Patrol (CHP) representatives reported that one person has been arrested on DUI charges related to the collision.
Crash Details
The accident took place just before 6:00 p.m. A 33-year-old woman was driving southbound on Highway 3 in a Chevy pickup not far from the intersection located at Slate Creek Road at an unknown speed. Officers indicated that the pickup truck drifted left, eventually crossing over the highway median. Shortly after, the vehicle veered right in an apparent attempt to correct course. However, CHP reported that the driver lost control of the truck and drove off the roadway, striking several trees.
Response and Investigation
Officers reaching the scene of the accident discovered two people inside of the vehicle. Tragically, the passenger of the vehicle was declared deceased at the crash location. The driver was discovered with major injuries and was transported by ambulance to the Mercy Medical Center. Later, the driver was placed under arrest on charges of driving under the influence causing deadly injuries.
While the driver remains under arrest and was in hospital custody at the time of reporting, CHP Trinity River area office has asked for public help with investigating the collision. Anybody who may have witnessed the crash or has information about the incident is encouraged to get in touch with investigators by calling CHP at (530) 623-3832.
The Impact of a Fatal Accident
After a fatal car crash, families often feel devastated and overwhelmed. In some cases, people may be in a state of shock and unable to process their grief. During the initial stages of grief, you should do everything that you can to help yourself and your loved ones heal. However, many families are unable to focus their attention on grieving when the accident has left them with major financial problems.
A deadly crash can leave households without a source of income or important services and families are often left with medical bills and other expenses related to the accident. However, it’s often possible to recover full compensation for these losses and more by working with an attorney to file a wrongful death claim. An experienced attorney will be able to investigate the crash, put together a case, and argue for your rights with insurers and in courts in order to make sure you and your family have financial security during a traumatic time.
If you would like some more information about how to find a lawyer in your area that you can trust with your case, take a moment to view this short video:
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