SAN DIEGO CO., CA – One man died and another was taken into custody following a suspected DUI collision in Poway on Wednesday morning.
According to Fox 5, the collision occurred at about 3:22 a.m. when 23-year-old Jordan Bourassa lost control of his vehicle near Twin Peaks Road and Community Road.
Both Bourassa and his unidentified passenger were extricated and rushed to Palomar Hospital, where the passenger died a short time later.
Bourassa was arrested upon his release from the hospital and booked into the San Diego County Jail on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol, bodily injury and vehicular manslaughter.
The things you do in the moments, days, and weeks after a traffic accident can have a serious effect on not only your health, but your ability to pursue compensation from the at-fault party. First, collect evidence at the scene, including photos and videos, if possible. Next, make sure you and your passengers are all right, then exchange contact information with the other driver. Contact emergency responders so that police can make a report of the incident and paramedics can address any immediate injuries. Be sure to seek medical attention if you’re not transported from the scene, as you could be suffering from injuries you aren’t yet aware of. Finally, contact a San Diego car accident lawyer from HHJ Trial Attorneys to find out if you could be owed money. We can be reached online or by phone at 1-888-50-LAWFIRM.
