Wednesday afternoon crash with suspected impaired driver was at Vrooman and Carter roads
LEROY TOWNSHIP, OH, (December 04, 2024) - A 20-year-old woman was senselessly killed Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle collision involving a suspected impaired motorist in Leroy Township.
Nayeli Orozco was fatally injured Wednesday afternoon when a suspected impaired driver blew through a stop sign and crashed into her vehicle in Leroy Township.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), a 2023 Jeep Compass blew through a stop sign at the intersection of Vrooman Road and Carter Road and collided with a 2016 Jeep Renegade at approximately 12:30 p.m. After impact, both vehicles careened off the roadway and came to rest in an embankment.
The driver of the Renegade, 20-year-old Madison resident Nayeli Orozco, tragically died from injuries she sustained in the crash.
Authorities are actively investigating the incident but say alcohol is a likely factor.
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), 13,524 of the 42,514 people who were fatally injured in motor vehicle crashes in 2022 were involved in alcohol-related incidents.
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 Nayeli Orozco 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."
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