Santa Ana: Multi-Vehicle DUI Crash Leaves Numerous Hospitalized

INCIDENT DATE/TIME: 06-23-2018 | 11:05 PM

LOCATION: West Warner Avenue & South Flower Street

CITY: Santa Ana

DETAILS:

1. A suspected DUI driver was traveling at high-speeds before it collided with at least three other vehicles at an intersection;
2. The suspect, who is believed to have been under the influence of methamphetamine, struck a total of three vehicles, each of which rolled over;
3. Firefighters worked for approximately 25 minutes to free at least 3 patients from their vehicles using the Jaws of Life;
4. A total of six patients were transported with minor to severe injuries;
5. During their response to the collision, two marked Sana Ana police officers experienced a minor traffic collision, however no injuries were reported;
6. The intersection and surrounding areas were closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic until further notice while police investigate.

HANDLING AGENCIES:

1. Santa Ana Police Department
2. Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA)