San Diego DUI Lawyer Blog

A San Diego DUI crash in Leucadia sends three suspected drunk drivers to jail after they all crashed into each other on Interstate 5, according to the California Highway Patrol.

In a statement prepared by CHP Lt. Paul Golonski, “This is an example of how dangerous things are out there.” “Here we have three impaired drivers colliding with each other,” he said.

Carlsbad resident Todd C. Winter, 31, deserted his 2005 Ford Focus after rear-ending a large truck, then spun out, hitting the center divider as it went back into traffic leaving his passenger in the vehicle on Interstate 5.The vehicle was then hit by another alleged DUI driver, driving a 2002 Honda Accord, A few moments later the Honda was struck by a 1970 Chevrolet Corvette whose driver was also suspected of driving while intoxicated. He said he didn’t notice the crash and rammed into the Honda Accord.

All three men were arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol in the San Diego DUI crash. One of the DUI drivers and the passenger were taken to Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla where they were being treated for serious injuries. The two other alleged San Diego DUI drivers were booked into jail and were released on bail.

If you are arrested in San Diego for DUI, it may be in your best interest to seek advice from an experienced San Diego DUI lawyer.

Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County

Driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug in California is against the law.
If you have a 0.08 percent or more by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with a DUI if apprehended. You could be facing fines and jail time if convicted.

3 Suspected Of DUI Arrested After Leucadia Crash, 10News.com, July 3, 2010

Web Related Resources:

California DMV on driving drunk

California DMV: guide to DUI arrest