In Palo Alto, California, a party bus driver caused an
accident on Sunday, August, 11, 2013. The accident killed one person and took
place around 10 PM. The accident happened when the 43 year-old driver veered off
the freeway near Alphine Road. As a result, the driver hit a tree. The impact
was so strong that a part of the vehicle sheared off. The vehicle was a
Chevrolet 3500 van that was transformed into a party bus.
One of the passengers who was wearing a seat belt was found
dead. The driver of the van fled the scene after the accident. He later
wandered the area and officers took him to a nearby hospital to check for
injuries. They later found that he was the driver of the bus.
No other vehicles were involved in the accident. Police
officers and investigators are still trying to piece together what happened.
However, the driver does face multiple charges including manslaughter and
felony driving under the influence.
Drunk Driving and
Fleeing the Scene
Today, party buses are a popular form of transporting a
large group of people who are celebrating. Unfortunately, this method of
transportation is extremely dangerous as it has been the cause of numerous
accidents. Sometimes, people will be intoxicated on the bus and fall out during
heavy traffic. Other times, the loud music and drunken banter from passengers
can distract the driver and cause an accident.
In the story described above, the driver took part in the
festivities on the bus and endangered the safety of the passengers. Numerous injuries and accidents can occur on a party bus and passengers and drivers should
be aware of the dangers involved.
Speak to a Personal
Injury DUI Attorney
Criminal charges can be held against the bus owner when
injuries occur. If you were injured while on a party bus or injured due to a
drunk driver, you should contact an experienced personal injury attorney immediately. You may be entitled to a large settlement award for your pain and
suffering. Contact us today for a free and confidential review of your case.
