Blake Gaston, 18, Injured in Fatal Crash at Rancho California Road and Via Santa Rosa in Temecula
Blake Gaston Hurt in Fatal Temecula Car Accident at Rancho California Road and Via Santa Rosa
Temecula, California (June 4, 2019) – An 18-year-old driver who was injured in an alleged DUI two-car accident that left another teen dead in Temecula Saturday evening has been identified as Blake Gaston of Murrieta, according to a local news source.
The deadly crash was reported at about 6:20 p.m. June 1, at the intersection of Rancho California Road and Via Santa Rosa.
CHP said a 2015 BMW 328i was traveling westbound on Rancho California Road when the driver, for unknown reasons, drifted into the path of oncoming traffic at a curve and collided with an eastbound 2005 Toyota Corolla driven by Gaston.
Blake Gaston Injured in Fatal Temecula Car Accident
A 15-year-old girl who was a passenger in the Toyota was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Gaston and an 18-year-old passenger were transported to Inland Valley Medical Center with major injuries.
The driver of the BMW was arrested on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and vehicular manslaughter. He was also transported to Inland Valley Medical Center for treatment of major injuries.
Two other parties in the BMW were taken to the hospital with moderate to major injuries.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
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.
If you or your loved one was injured in this collision, Pacific Attorney Group could provide you with a police report on the accident. The report is important in deciding on the steps you should take.
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