Ocean Beach Women Suspected of DUI and Hit and Run of Cyclist
A 16 year old boy was struck on his bicycle by an Ocean Beach woman who fled the scene in a hit and run near Sunset Cliffs, was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
According to San Diego Police, the 24 year-old woman whose name has not been released, hit the boy while he was riding his bicycle in the bike lane around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The suspected drunk driver fled the scene but a witness followed her to her home.
The witness was former San Diego Councilman Michael Zucchet. He called the San Diego police while he pursued her to her Ocean Beach home on Bacon Street. When the police arrived the woman was asleep.
It was not known what kind of injuries the boy sustained. The intoxicated woman was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI and hit and run.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
In California, it is unlawful for any person to drive a vehicle while under the influence of any kind of alcoholic beverage or drug.
If you have 0.08 percent or more, by weight, blood alcohol concentration, you will be charged with DUI or driving while intoxicated if arrested. You may face a fine and jail time if convicted.
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