2 Officers Hit, Injured by DUI Driver on Telegraph Avenue near 30th Street [Oakland, CA]

2 Officers Struck, Injured by DUI Driver on Telegraph Avenue in Oakland

 
OAKLAND, CA (September 22, 2022) — Two officers were hit and injured by a DUI driver on Telegraph Avenue near 30th Street on Monday.
 
According to Deputy Chief James Beere, the incident happened around 11:45 p.m. when two Oakland police officers were investigating a double homicide in the 3000 block of Telegraph Avenue. As one officer was inside a patrol vehicle, and another was standing outside of it, a suspected drunk driver slammed into the vehicle and the officer.
 
Soon after, paramedics arrived and brought both officers to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Meanwhile, investigators arrested the driver on suspicion of DUI.
 
At this time, information related to the shooting and the suspect involved in this crash is limited. However, once we receive more information, we will update this report.
 
Make more responsible decisions by getting a ride from a taxi driver or a sober friend if you are drunk. Drinking and driving leads to risky situations. You increase the likelihood of an accident occurring when you drink and drive.

Accident victims can seek help from a lawyer to get repayment from the reckless driver. Call The Law Offices of Daniel Kim. Daniel will help you understand your options and the best approach to get you fully compensated. Our mission is to provide families and car accident victims with a substantial settlement from the reckless party. To hear from our compassionate yet assertive lawyers, call (800) 895-7199. We can also get you a copy of the police report from the pedestrian accident.