A young woman was tragically and seriously injured in a single-vehicle DUI-related incident in Port Townsend on last week.
18-year-old Jessica Wendel suffered severe injuries when the car she was a passenger in crashed in Port Townsend, Washington.
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Jefferson County officials stated that at approximately 5 a.m. local time, a four-door 1990 car operated by 22-year-old Thomas Stein slammed into a ditch at South Discovery Road and Cape George, leading to serious injuries suffered by Ms. Wendel. The accident occurred when the driver was under the influence of drugs, law enforcement added.
Medics quickly got to the scene of the crash and transported the victim to a local hospital where she is receiving treatment for severe injuries, law enforcement added.
DUI ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
Jefferson County law enforcement personnel are looking into the accident and liability on the part of Thomas Stein seems to be quite clear in this instance. He was reportedly under the influence at the time of the crash.
WASHINGTON PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS
Awaiting an official investigation, Jessica Wendel and her loved ones could be entitled to a personal injury claim. Family members of personal injury or wrongful death victims might pursue damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress after a horrible or tragic incident such as this terrible accident.
Torklaw’s legal analysts are experienced in wrongful death and personal injury accidents. We have the resources needed to handle cases just like this one. Should you or a loved one need help, we are available and would love to talk.