HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA (July 12, 2025) – A woman was struck and killed by a suspected DUI driver Saturday evening in Huntington Beach, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.
Accident Details: The crash occurred around 6:00 p.m. near the intersection of Brookhurst Street and Crailet Drive. Police say the driver of a white Toyota RAV4 was traveling north on Brookhurst when they struck a pedestrian south of the intersection.
Officers arrived to find the woman lying in the roadway. She was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Her identity has not yet been released.
The driver, a 62-year-old man from Costa Mesa, remained at the scene after the crash. Authorities arrested him on suspicion of DUI, stating that impairment appears to have been a factor in the collision.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: The Huntington Beach Police Department is investigating the crash. In California, fatal pedestrian accidents involving DUI drivers often lead to both criminal and civil consequences. DUI-related crashes frequently result in felony charges, including vehicular manslaughter, along with potential civil claims for wrongful death.
Families impacted by fatal DUI crashes may be entitled to pursue legal claims for funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and other damages.
We extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of the woman who lost her life in this tragic incident.
Source: CBS News Los Angeles