Chris Nelson, 41, killed, and two people injured in collision with suspected drunk driver Eduardo Macias, 24, on 134 Freeway in Pasadena, California
MAN KILLED IN SUSPECTED DUI CRASH ON EASTBOUND 134 FWY IN PASADENA(link is external)
Authorities said a 24-year-old driver, identified as Pasadena resident Eduardo Macias, had fled the scene before he was apprehended by California Highway Patrol officers. He was then arrested. Alcohol was suspected to be a factor in the crash, authorities said. The investigation was ongoing.
FAMILY MOURNS LOSS OF FATHER KILLED IN PASADENA DUI CRASH(link is external)
"Everyone is just so devastated," Erica said. "And I just really want people to really think twice before getting in a car and not being coherent enough to drive a vehicle." A memorial fund has been set up for the family of Chris Nelson(link is external).
After an injury car accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone has been injured in a car crash, it's hard to know what to do to help. Injured people need appropriate medial treatment, but they also need to have their civil and legal rights protected.
After a serious crash, several steps need to be taken, including dealing with the insurance companies, tracking and documenting lost income from missed work, coordinating medical bill payments, and handling an insurance claim.
Go here for information on the best way to handle these issues following an injury car accident.
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