On a quiet Thursday evening near the Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson, tragedy struck as a bicyclist was seriously injured in a reported DUI crash.
The incident occurred around 8:30 pm on Valencia Road, just a few blocks away from the popular casino. According to witnesses at the scene, a car driving erratically veered off the road and struck the bicyclist who was riding in the bike lane.
The impact of the crash was so severe that the bicyclist was thrown several feet from his bike and landed on the pavement with a loud thud. Emergency services were immediately called to the scene and the victim was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.
Police quickly arrived at the scene and began their investigation into the crash. The driver of the car, a 35-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Authorities believe that alcohol played a factor in the crash and are awaiting the results of a blood test to confirm their suspicions.
The Desert Diamond Casino released a statement expressing their condolences to the victim and their family. They also emphasized their commitment to promoting safety on the roads and urged all patrons to never drink and drive.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence. It not only puts the driver at risk but also endangers the lives of innocent bystanders. In this case, a bicyclist who was simply enjoying a ride on a warm summer evening was left seriously injured due to someone else’s reckless actions.
As the community comes together to support the victim and his family, there is a renewed call for increased awareness and enforcement of laws against driving under the influence. The hope is that tragedies like this can be prevented in the future and that all road users can feel safe and secure on Tucson’s streets.