Suspected DUI driver rear-ended a cement truck
According to a news report from onscenevideo.tv, on Saturday, April 28th 2018, at about 1:55 a.m., two people were injured ensuing a traffic collision involving a cement truck and a vehicle on State Route 241 near Lake Forest Drive in the city of Lake Forest.
In addition, the report stated that a red Lexus sedan and a big rig hauling 25,000 pounds of cement were the vehicles involved in the traffic collision. Moreover, the Lexus was traveling at speeds in excess of 100 MPH that crashed into the rear of a cement truck, according to authorities. Additionally, authorities stated that the driver of the Lexus is suspected to be driving under the influence.
Several lanes of traffic were blocked as authorities worked to clear the accident and a tow truck was required for the vehicles involved in the accident, as stated by officials.
Furthermore, both drivers were transported to a nearby hospital by paramedics and authorities have not yet released any information on the injured parties at this time.
Currently, this crash remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact cause and liable party in the crash.
Further details will be reported at a later time once the investigation has concluded.
Our May Firm staff is deeply saddened upon hearing news of this accident, and will keep the victim as well as their family and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers during this tremendously difficult time.
If you have recently suffered injury related to a trucking accident, the time to act is now. There is no time to lose when seeking the compensation you deserve and the cause of your injury could mean that your losses are completely compensated by the liable party. Contact the lawyers of The May Firm today or call us at 1-844-MAYFIRM to find out if you have a suitable case.
