Update: Suspect Arrested in Hit-And-Run Collision That Injured 1 in Merced
Man Arrested after Merced DUI Crash near Gracey Elementary School on Northwest Avenue
Merced, California (July 11, 2021) – Authorities have arrested a suspect involved in a DUI hit-and-run accident that left one person injured Friday in Merced.
The crash occurred on Friday, July 9, near Gracey Elementary School on Northwest Avenue.
According to the authorities, two vehicles collided for unknown reasons in the area.
The impact caused one of the vehicles involved to overturn.
Car Crash near Gracey Elementary School in Merced
A passenger in one of the vehicles was transported to a hospital with a traumatic arm injury. The name and condition of the patient were not immediately disclosed.
The driver of the overturned car fled on foot . The suspect, later identified as Royal Santos, 20, was located in the 800 block of U Street.
Police determined that Santos was driving under the influence of alcohol. He was ultimately arrested on suspicion of fleeing the scene of a collision that caused a traumatic injury and felony DUI.
The crash 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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