Roger Gonzalez Arrested For Hit-and-Run Accident at Monterey and Gerald Ford in Palm Desert
Roger Gonzalez Arrested after Palm Desert Crash at Monterey and Gerald Ford
Palm Desert, California (July 24, 2019) – The hit-and-run driver who caused a traffic accident that resulted in injuries Friday night at an intersection in Palm Desert has been arrested.
At about 7:26 p.m. Friday, July 19, authorities responded to the area of Monterrey Avenue and Avenida del Sol to a report of an intoxicated driver leaving the scene of a crash.
The authorities located the suspect vehicle, a Ford Ranger, traveling northbound on Monterrey Avenue near Country Club.
Officers tried to pull over the driver of Ford Ranger, identified as Roger Gonzalez,27, of Desert Hot Springs, but he failed to stop, and a vehicle pursuit was initiated.
Gonzalez ran a red light at the intersection of Monterrey Avenue and Gerald Ford and crashed into a vehicle traveling on Gerald Ford. Two other cars became involved in the collision.
Injury Car Accident in Palm Desert Friday, July 19
Firefighters along with the paramedics responded to the scene and render aid to the involved parties. Gonzalez was taken to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
Gonzalez Arrested For Palm Desert Hit-and-Run Accident
Gonzalez was arrested for hit-and-run and driving under the influence causing injury. He was booked at Larry Smith Corrections Facility after being medically cleared.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged call Deputy Nicole Wilhite of the Palm Desert Station at (760) 836-1600.
Pacific Attorney Group wishes those injured a quick recovery.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, these accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of many of these traffic accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. Negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
From the report above, the circumstances surrounding the traffic collision remain unclear. However, the authorities will gather information, including witness statements to determine the cause of the accident.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a traffic crash because of a third party’s negligence, then the responsible party should be held accountable. At Pacific Attorney Group, we specialize in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. We assist victims of traffic accidents and their families in seeking justice. Our personal injury attorneys will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice. We also work hard to ensure you obtain fair compensation for your losses, injuries, and suffering.
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Dangers of Driving While Drunk
Drugs and alcohol contribute to many accidents on US roadways each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one million motor vehicle operators were taken into custody for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The statistics show that drugs play a role in approximately 16% of motor vehicle accidents while the proportion of fatal crashes involving alcohol is above 25%. Every day, about 29 people die in the US in vehicle accidents involving intoxicated drivers.
It is almost obvious that driving while intoxicated is irresponsible and could be deadly both to the involved drivers and other road users. Intoxicated drivers tend to be overconfident and usually make impaired judgments. A drunk driver who causes harm to others will no doubt be faced with stiff penalties.
