David Opell Injured in High-Speed Police Chase Crash at Tampa Avenue and Wells Street in Tarzana
David Opell Injured in Tarzana Motorhome Accident at Tampa Avenue and Wells Street
Tarzana, California (May 23, 2019) – One of the three people hospitalized Tuesday night after a crash caused by a high-speed police pursuit in Tarzana has been identified as David Opell, according to a local news source.
The collision was reported at around 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Tampa Avenue and Wells Street.
The accident happened when a woman driving with two dogs on her lap led police on a dangerous high-speed chase in a large motorhome through the San Fernando Valley. The vehicle crashed into at least two other cars during the chase. The chase ended when the RV collided with a sedan at the intersection.
Authorities said a total of six vehicles were damaged during the chase.
David Opell Among Several Hurt in Tarzana High-Speed Crash
Opell was one of the drivers struck by the suspect. He was transported to a hospital with broken ribs and a punctured lung.
At least two other people sustained unspecified injuries and were taken to a hospital.
The driver of the motorhome, identified as Julie Ann Rainbird, 53, of Winnetka, fled on foot after the collision but was caught by the police and taken to into custody.
Police said Rainbird is facing charges of DUI, felony evading, felony hit-and-run and being in possession of a stolen vehicle.
The crash remains under investigation.
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.
Pacific Attorney Group hopes that those injured in this accident will recover soon.
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