Marengo, IL (March 14, 2020) – A man in Marengo was charged with driving under the influence after a two-vehicle accident on Thursday afternoon, March 12th. Two children and three adults were injured in the crash that occurred near the Taco Ball located at the 19800 block of East Grant Highway. Local emergency units responded to the scene at around 3:20 p.m.
Chad Morin, 45, of Marengo was driving a maroon Honda SUV when the vehicle left the roadway, striking a silver Ford SUV. One of the vehicles involved in the accident struck the Taco Bell sign. Two adults and two children in the Ford, along with Morin, were all transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Morin was charged with DUI and improper lane usage. An investigation into the crash is currently in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Illinois DUI Collisions
We all know that drunk driving is dangerous, but even still, many drivers get behind the wheel while intoxicated. Drinking and driving don’t mix, and the combination is often deadly. Intoxicated motorists are less equipped to make sound judgments behind the wheel.
According to the Illinois Secretary of State, there were 330 reported alcohol-related fatalities in the state in 2017. This figure accounts for 30 percent of the state’s roadway fatalities that year. In some cases, injured parties can consult with a qualified Illinois DUI crash attorney to pursue lost compensation.
Negligent drivers deserve to be held accountable for their actions. Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd. is here to fight for your right to compensation after being unfairly injured in a serious collision. Give us a call at 877-930-2551 to see how we can help.
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