Two people, including a driver suspected of being under the influence of alcohol, were injured in a solo car crash in Menifee on Saturday, April 26, police said.
At around 2:50 a.m., the Menifee Police Department responded to a single-vehicle collision at the intersection of Newport Road and Lone Pine Drive. Officers located a heavily damaged Ford Focus with a 21-year-old male driver and a 20-year-old female passenger inside. Fire personnel had to use specialized equipment to free both occupants from the car.
Investigators determined that the car was traveling eastbound on Newport Road when, for unknown reasons, it veered to the right and struck a wall. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
It was not clear why officers suspect alcohol was a factor.
Both occupants were transported to a hospital for treatment. The driver sustained major injuries and is reportedly in critical condition. The passenger suffered moderate injuries.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has additional information is urged to contact Officer Clay at 951-723-1566 or the Menifee Police Traffic Unit at 951-723-1500.
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