1 dead, 2 hurt after car crashes into home on Tuesday night
LAKE, IL, (December 24, 2024) - The Lake County Sheriff's Office says impairment is suspected in a Tuesday night incident where a vehicle crashed into a residence and killed a 22-year-old man.
Marcos Corona-Vargas was charged with reckless homicide and DUI after he crashed the car he was driving into a home in Lake County.
According to authorities, 31-year-old Round Lake Beach resident Marcos Corona-Vargas was driving a Jeep eastbound in the 1600 block of East End Avenue at approximately 7:30 p.m. Around that time, the Jeep traveled onto the westbound side of the roadway, returned to the eastbound lane, left the roadway, and slammed into a home along West Engle Drive.
One passenger in the Jeep tragically died at the site of the crash, while a second occupant was hospitalized with serious injuries.
Corona-Vargas, who also sustained serious injuries. was charged with reckless homicide and DUI.
The incident remains under investigation.
DUI ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
Despite crackdowns throughout this country, impaired drivers remain a threat to innocent, law-abiding victims.
The consumption of alcohol can diminish the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 471 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes involving alcohol in the state of Illinois in 2022.
An independent investigation will be required to learn other potential factors in the case such as blood-alcohol content levels.
Candice Bond, an experienced DUI accident attorney, was interviewed and provided her thoughts on incidents such as this.
“Separate from criminal charges, a victim may be entitled to compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible party, said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party. Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide an injured victim during this difficult time, protecting their legal rights, while ensuring that a driver who takes the wheel under the influence is held accountable for their actions.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of victim may pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
"In the wake of a catastrophic accident, families deserve peace of mind. Completing an independent investigation while big insurance corporations want to weaken your case requires an attorney with full knowledge of the complex legal process and resources to fight by your side.
"Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is an unimaginable tragedy. While no amount of compensation can bring them back, an experienced attorney can hold responsible parties accountable and help secure justice for your family."
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed at the hands of a drunken driver and would like a no-cost consultation, our national legal analyst Candice Bond is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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