Los Angeles, CA (November 29, 2023) A mother and daughter both lost their lives in a fatal collision in South Los Angeles on Thanksgiving Day. 26-year-old Alma Aragon and her 8-year-old daughter, Alexa Antonio Aragon, both lost their lives while waiting for a bus.
Alma and her daughter Alexa were at a bus stop in South Los Angeles, waiting for a bus on Thanksgiving Day, when they were struck and killed by a vehicle. Emergency personnel reported that Alma passed away shortly after the collision and her 8-year-old daughter was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. The little girl held on for a few days, but sadly passed away on Monday, November 27th, according to authorities.
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Upon investigation, officers determined that the driver of the vehicle was driving while under the influence of alcohol. It all happened in the 1700 block of West 83rd Street in South Los Angeles around 1:30 p.m. The suspected drunk driver pulled out of a nearby liquor store parking lot right in front of traffic. An SUV couldn’t avoid the drunk driver and the two vehicles collided. The force of the crash caused the SUV to slam into the bus stop where Alma and her young daughter were.
The Los Angeles Police Department said that no arrests have been made in this deadly crash, but they believe they are getting closer to finding the suspect. Alma’s and Alexa’s family just want justice, according to Alma’s father, David Aragon, who said, “They have to pay.”
Liability In Los Angeles DUI Car Accidents
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 23152, “(a) It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. (b) It is unlawful for a person who has 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his or her blood to drive a vehicle.” Even small amounts of alcohol can substantially impair drivers in the following ways:
- Delayed reaction times
- Loss of muscle control
- Impaired judgment
- Lowered alertness
The family of any victim that has been injured or killed in a collision with a drunk driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury or wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Los Angeles DUI Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Alma Aragon and Alexa Antonio Aragon during this tragic time. Any person that may have information about what happened during this fatal collision, should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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