Drunken Young Driver Crashes into Pole, Injures two Passengers

Young drivers are more likely to be involved in vehicle accidents than older drivers, considering that they are less experienced and they are not yet completely aware of the dangers they might face while on the roads. In addition, many young drivers are influenced by their peers, causing them to do actions that are prohibited by the law, most specifically drunk driving.

In fact, a 20-year-old drunken driver was recently arrested after she crashed into a light pole in Fullerton, causing her two passengers to sustain serious injuries.

According to reports, the accident occurred near Brea Boulevard and Harbor Boulevard at around 2 a.m.

The 20-year-old passenger was brought to a hospital under a serious condition while the 21-year-old passenger, from Anaheim, was rushed to Long Beach Memorial Hospital, where she was listed under a critical condition.

The suspected drunken driver Andrea Palacios, from Fullerton, was transported to a hospital to be treated for minor injuries. She was arrested by the authorities on suspicion of felony DUI after being released from the hospital.

According to authorities, the three of them drank prior to the accident, but refused to name the establishments which they likely visited.

If the driver was found guilty of felony DUI, different punishments that she might face include license suspension, paying of fines, jail time, and mandatory DUI classes.

Drunk driving is one of primary reasons why vehicle accidents occur. Aside from that, the other common causes of road crashes include distracted driving, speeding, and driver fatigue, among others.

Fiery Crash Kills Motorcyclist at Newcastle Road

A motorcyclist died after hitting a van at Newcastle Road resulting in a fiery crash recently.

The unidentified rider reportedly crossed the center line before slamming into the maintenance van and burst into flames. The driver of the van was lucky enough to survive unscathed in the accident along the intersection of Indian Hill Road and Newcastle Road.

Until authorities have concluded their investigations, we can only think of several factors that can be considered to have caused this unfortunate accident. Here are some of them:

• Driver intoxication. Similar cases have been linked to drunk driving. Keep in mind that motorcycles are harder to balance and maneuver as compared to four-wheeled vehicles. Hence, the rider’s possible intoxication will certainly have greater effects on his control over his chosen vehicle which can explain why he crossed the center.

• Speeding. Most riders prefer to ride motorcycles because of the extra speed they get on the road. However, speeding can cause them to lose control over their vehicle and get into accidents so they should always moderate their speed and keep it within the allowable limit.

• Distraction. Seasoned motorcyclists also get distracted while on the road. Be it an aggressive driver or a road fixture, riders should maintain their focus on the road and always be alert of approaching motorists or pedestrians.

These are just some of the possible causes that may have caused the recent motorcycle accident in Newcastle. The lessons of this incident should emphasize that riders must observe safety rules and always ride their motorcycles more responsibly.