A police officer identified as Officer Landon S. was injured after a two-vehicle collision involving a DUI driver in Texarkana on Tuesday night, September 28.
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According to the initial reports from local authorities, the crash happened on South Lake Drive near W 4th Street in Texarkana.
The officer attempted to turn onto South Lake Drive when a Chrysler Pacifica traveling at high speeds crashed into his patrol vehicle.
The officer sustained minor injuries and was immediately transported to an area hospital for treatment. The other driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The Chrysler driver was identified as 31-year-old Brian O. He was arrested for DWI and booked into the Bi-State Jail after being discharged from the hospital. His bond has been set at $15,000. The case is currently under further investigation.
Two-Vehicle DUI Collision Statistics
As a result of car accidents, the death and injury toll in the United States has risen dramatically over the years. According to the National Safety Council, an estimated 38,000 Americans died in car accidents in 2019. (NSC). Speeding, intoxication, and distracted driving are all common causes of car accidents. In this case, an intoxicated driver was involved in the crash.
Accidents involving DUI drivers claimed the lives of 10,497 people in 2016 or 28% of all traffic-related deaths in the US. In 2016, 214 (17 percent) of the 1,233 traffic deaths involving children ages 0 to 14 were caused by an alcohol-impaired driver. Approximately 10.22% of Texas residents have been involved in a drunk driving accident. DWI or DUI charges have been filed against 24.14 percent of Texas drunk drivers. A total of 13.79 percent of drunk drivers have been jailed in the lone star state.
When DUI drivers were asked why they drove while intoxicated, the most common response was that they believed they were in a good enough condition to drive. 19.7% of drunk drivers drove impaired because they didn’t have to drive far. 16.67% of impaired drivers thought they would be okay if they just drove carefully. Regardless of how drunk you are, you must never risk yourself and drive while you’re intoxicated. Driving while you’re drunk won’t only endanger your life but can potentially ruin the lives of the people you share the road with as well.
Bowie County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Two-Vehicle DUI Crashes
An unexpected accident can put you in a challenging financial situation, but it does not have to be this way. Do not let the medical bills and lost wages ruin your life and future. If someone else’s negligence caused your car crash, you deserve to get fair and complete compensation for your losses and damages.
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