Oxnard Man Killed in Possible DUI-Related Port Hueneme Crash
VENTURA COUNTY - A 51-year-old Oxnard man was tragically killed early Thursday morning on Pleasant Valley Road at Evergeen Lane, the Ventura County Star reported. The accident was reported at 1:30 a.m., when the driver, Luis Lopez-Ordaz, 28, veered off the road at a high rate of speed and struck a large tree at the intersection. The front seat-passenger in the vehicle, Benjamin Martinez, 51, of Oxnard, was killed in the crash. Lopez-Ordaz suffered major injuries, along with a rear passenger, 45-year-old Francisco Patricio of Oxnard.
Cause of the Port Hueneme Car Accident
An investigation into what happened and why continues; anyone with information about the collision or who may have witnessed any portion of the incident is urged to call Sergeant Peter Freiberg at (805) 986-6646, or, Officer Frank Michel at (805) 986-6613. Port Hueneme Police reportedly told KVTA News that alcohol and speed may have been factors in the fatal crash.
Car Accident Passenger Injury and Wrongful Death Liability
Whether the driver of the Honda Civic was under the influence of alcohol when the collision occurred, or was simply driving at an unsafe speed, he may be responsible for causing this August 4th Ventura County solo-vehicle crash. In addition to potential citation or criminal charge, he may also be financially for the resulting death his front seat passenger suffered and the major injuries the back-seat passenger suffered. While this fatal car accident remains under investigation by Port Hueneme police, the family members of the victims of this crash would be well-advised to speak with an experienced Ventura car accident lawyer. An attorney who understands the unique driver liability issues of high-speed vehicle accidents can help the victims and their families protect their legal rights to recover compensation for their injuries or loss.
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