Ascari Farias Tapia Killed in Car Accident on Bicentennial Way in Santa Rosa
Ascari Farias Tapia ID’d as Man Killed in Santa Rosa Car Accident on Bicentennial Way
Santa Rosa, California (August 16, 2019) – The man who was killed in a car accident in Santa Rosa late Monday evening has been identified as Ascari Farias Tapia, 24, of Santa Rosa, according to the Sonoma County coroner.
The accident happened at about 11 p.m. August 12, on Bicentennial Way.
As per the report, an Infiniti SUV was traveling on the roadway when it rear-ended a motorcycle for unknown reasons.
Ascari Tapia Killed in Santa Rosa Car Crash on Bicentennial Way
The authorities said the driver of the SUV and Tapia, who was a passenger in the car, were exiting the car when Tapia was hit by a passing Toyota SUV driven by Mercedes Allende, 18, of Ukiah.
Tapia was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Infiniti, 33-year-old Juan Padilla-Lopez, was arrested on suspicion of DUI and felony hit-and-run.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
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%. Everyday, 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 judgements. A drunk driver who causes harm to others will no doubt be faced with stiff penalties.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
If you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident, we highly recommend that you seek legal guidance and fight for justice. At Pacific Attorney Group, we go to a great length to ensure that an insurance company follows the law and offers a full compensation for your loss. Call our firm today, and we will help you get justice for your loved one.
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