Three Hospitalized after Head-On DUI Collision near Paseo de Valencia

LAGUNA HILLS, CA (March 20, 2022) – Alexya Garcia, and Nathalie Berrelleza were hurt Wednesday night, and William Martensen was arrested after a DUI collision on Los Alisos Boulevard.

Police were called to the scene near Paseo De Valencia and Laguna Hills High School at approximately 6:00 p.m. Following reports, it was determined that a drunk driver lost control, striking the center median before colliding head-on with another vehicle.

The collision resulted in injuries to 15-year-old Alexya Garcia, 16-year-old Nathalie Berrelleza, and her mother, who were returning from a water polo game.

Emergency responders transported the injured occupants to a nearby hospital for treatment of severe injuries. Law enforcement also detained the suspect, identified as 39-year-old William Martensen, on charges of felony DUI. Records reveal Martensen had previously pleaded guilty to four DUI incidents dating back to 2007.

The family of Garcia started a GoFundMe page to help Alexya as well as the two other victims.

Thinking, reasoning, and muscle coordination are essential in operating a vehicle safely. However, these are impaired when alcohol and certain medications or illegal drugs are consumed. Never drive while impaired as the consequences can be devastating for you and for others. When buzzed or drunk, it is best to request an Uber, Lyft, or a taxi.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when injured in a DUI car accident. Reach out to the personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, they know what it takes to help you win your case. Their team understands what you are going through, and they are here to help you seek justice and compensation. Call their office at 1-800-900-0000 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach them 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat. For more accident news, click here. The original source can be found here.

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