Pedestrian Suffers Critical Injuries after Struck by Drunk Driver at 23rd and De Haro Streets
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (August 9, 2021) – A man suffered critical injuries in a DUI pedestrian accident at 23rd Street and De Haro Street in San Francisco.
The accident happened around 8:36 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3 in San Francisco’s Potrero Hill neighborhood. According to the San Francisco Police Department, a male pedestrian in his 30s was walking in the area when a vehicle struck him.
Responding paramedics rushed the victim to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The driver and the female passenger of the involved car appeared to be extremely intoxicated, officers said.
Police arrested the driver on suspicion of DUI. They also detained the passenger for allegedly interfering and resisting.
At this time, the accident is still under investigation.
Always be a responsible driver. Before you go out drinking, choose a designated driver who would not be drinking any alcohol. This way, you know you will have a safe and sober ride home. If everyone is drinking, call a taxi or a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft to come pick you up.
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