DUI Car Accident in Tampa Takes One Life
According to the Florida Highway patrol accident report, Richard Buck, 21, was driving north on Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa in a Toyota pick-up truck as he passed through the intersection of Waters avenue when a Buick travelling west on Waters avenue slammed into him. According to the accident report, the westbound vehicle, driven by Juan Aecca, 31, ran a red light.
Buck, who was apparently not wearing a seatbelt, died after he was ejected from and crushed by his pick-up truck. Aecca was arrested and charged with DUI manslaughter, driving without a valid license, and DUI with property damage/personal injury.
Unfortunately, drinking alcohol while driving a motor vehicle is one of the leading contributors to personal injuries on the roads. Tampa is no exception. As a Tampa car accident lawyer, I often see the devastation caused by drunk drivers. In fact, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Hillsborough County is the leader in the state of Florida in alcohol-related traffic fatalities and accidents.
Scott Distasio
Tampa Auto Accident Attorney
Distasio Law Firm
Helping Injured People
Offices: Tampa
888-595-0022
