David Kawashima Killed in DUI Crash on Jamboree Road in Tustin
David Kawashima ID’d as Man Killed in Tustin Crash on Jamboree Road near Warner Avenue
Tustin, California (April 20, 2021) – Authorities have identified the man who died Sunday morning following an alleged DUI crash in Tustin as David Kawashima, 62, of Orange.
At about 8:45 a.m. Sunday, April 18, officers of the Tustin Police Department were dispatched to the 2800 block of Park Avenue in response to a driver found unresponsive in a drive-through.
Upon arrival at the scene, the driver sped off in the vehicle that was later reported stolen.
The driver, later identified as Pedro Pantoja Jr., 29, of Diamond Bar, was heading northbound on Jamboree Road when he crashed into another vehicle.
Kawashima, who was in the second vehicle, died at the scene. Pantoja and his female passenger were transported to a nearby hospital with unspecified injuries.
Pantoja was later arrested and booked into custody on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter, causing injury to his passenger while driving under the influence, vehicle theft, parole violation and evading a police officer.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Irvine police at 949-724-7024.
Tipsters can also call Crime Stoppers at 855-847-6227.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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