Riverside Man Injured in 2-Car Accident at Highridge and Washington

Riverside, CA (May 5, 2023) – On Monday morning, a two-car accident at the intersection of Highridge Street and Washington Street in Riverside injured a man. The Riverside Police Department confirmed the incident, which occurred around 10:00 a.m.

Possible DUI Suspected In 2 Car Crash

According to the Police, officers received a call about a reckless and possibly intoxicated driver in the area around 3:49 p.m. The officer who responded to the call spotted a black Hyundai Elantra swerving in the north lanes near the intersection and attempted to make a traffic stop.

Man Hurt in 2-Car Crash at Highridge Street and Washington Street

According to the police, the accident occurred when a man driving westbound, in a Ford F-150, inexplicably failed to stop at a stop sign. The truck entered the intersection and collided with a northbound 2011 Ford Edge, driven by an 85-year-old Riverside woman.

The impact caused the Ford F-150 to overturn and continue in a southbound direction off the road. Minutes later, paramedics arrived and transported the driver of the Ford F-150 to a nearby hospital with major injuries. Assistance was provided at the scene to the 85-year-old woman operating the Ford Edge. Thankfully she did not require further medical attention.

The cause of the accident, including the possibility of DUI, is still unclear. However, an ongoing investigation is expected to reveal further details.

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