man in custody after fleeing scene of auto-pedestrian accident
man arrested for trying to escape after auto-pedestrian collision.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake City police have apprehended a 24-year-old man following an auto-pedestrian collision in the early hours of Saturday morning. The individual, identified as Julian Navarrete, was found to be driving under the influence at the time of the incident.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to the scene at 936 S. 300 West at 12:09 a.m. Eyewitnesses reported that Navarrete attempted to flee the area after the collision, leaving the victim pinned against a wall by the vehicle. Quick-thinking witnesses pursued and detained the suspect until law enforcement arrived.
Victim’s Injuries
The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital with a broken femur and a significant laceration on the same leg. The severity of the injuries underscores the dangerous consequences of driving under the influence.
Police Investigation
Upon approaching Navarrete, officers detected the smell of alcohol on his breath, observed watery and bloodshot eyes, and noted slurred speech. A warrant was obtained to conduct a blood test, but the suspect resisted, prompting officers to use reasonable force to ensure compliance.
Legal Consequences
Navarrete has been taken into custody and booked at the Salt Lake County Jail for investigation of driving under the influence, failure to remain at the scene of an accident involving injury, and obstruction of justice. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of impaired driving and the importance of responsible behaviour behind the wheel.
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1. Man in custody after attempting to flee scene auto-pedestrian accident
2. Man in custody after fleeing scene auto-pedestrian accident.
