64-Year-Old Alberto Verduzco Dies in Lemoore Crash on Jersey Avenue near 17th Avenue
Lemoore, California (July 5, 2022) – One of the two Fresno men who died in a crash with a DUI motorist in Lemoore on Friday night has been identified as 64-year-old Alberto Verduzco, according to a local news source.
The two were exiting the Palace Casino Resort located along Jersey Avenue, west of 17th Avenue, when their 2006 Nissan Quest minivan was hit by a 2020 Toyota Corolla heading east on Jersey.
The Toyota was reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed when it collided with the Nissan at about 11:45 p.m. on July 1.
Verduzco was the driver of the Nissan. He died in the collision along with his passenger, Juan Jose Lugo, 52, of Fresno.
The driver of the Toyota, Santana Yanez, 26, of Lemoore, was flown to Kaweah Health Medical Center for treatment of major injuries.
Yanez was also arrested for DUI following the collision. The investigation is ongoing.
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Lemoore, California (July 2, 2022) – Two men were killed in a suspected DUI collision in Lemoore late Friday night, the California Highway Patrol said.
The incident took place just before midnight on Jersey Avenue west of 17th Avenue.
CHP said Santana Yanez, 26, of Lemoore, was driving eastbound on Jersey Avenue at a high rate of speed when he collided with the driver's side of a Nissan that was exiting the Palace Casino Resort.
Two men in the Nissan were both killed in the collision.
Yanez was flown to Kaweah Health Medical Center for treatment of major injuries.
He was also arrested on DUI charges following the collision, authorities said.
The CHP is investigating the incident.
Fourth of July Weekend – Celebrate Responsibly and Stay Safe
Fourth of July is around the corner, and as usual, many Californians are planning to travel and celebrate. At Pacific Attorney Group, we would like to remind all drivers to plan their journeys well and ensure the safety of their loved ones and fellow road users.
Over five million Californians have plans to travel over the 4th of July holiday. With most traveling by car, allow extra time to get to your destination, according to AAA Southern California.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, as many as 500 people were killed in crashes throughout the US during the Fourth of July weekend in 2020. 41% of these fatal traffic collisions were alcohol-related.
What does DUI Include? It is important to conduct some research and be informed about how certain drugs may affect your ability to drive. Driving under the influence is not only about alcohol, but also includes impairment from over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, and marijuana. While some celebrations may include alcohol, make sure to offer non-alcoholic beverages to designated drivers.
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