Ines Maximiano Killed in DUI Crash on Lincoln Boulevard in Palermo
Ines Maximiano ID’d as Man Killed in Palermo Crash on Lincoln Boulevard near Messina Avenue
Palermo, California (May 13, 2021) – The Butte County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who died last week on Friday night following an alleged DUI crash in Palermo as Ines Nolasco Maximiano, 34, of Los Angeles.
The fatal collision occurred shortly after 10:30 p.m. Friday, May 7 on Lincoln Boulevard, just south of Messina Avenue.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a 2000 Audi, driven by Jaime Benavidez, 25 of Yuba City, was traveling on Lincoln Boulevard at an unsafe speed when it rear-ended a 2001 Toyota driven by Maximiano.
After the impact, the Toyota drifted off the roadway and struck a tree.
Maximiano died in the crash.
Benavidez attempted to flee the scene but was detained by witnesses. He was determined to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident and was arrested.
On Tuesday, Benavidez was arraigned in Butte County Court on charges including drunk driving and hit-and-run.
A GoFundMe page has been created to help cover the funeral expenses of Maximiano.
The accident remains under investigation.
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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