Pedestrian Injured in Alleged Drunk Driver Accident on Piedras Street in El Paso, TX
El Paso, TX — July 7, 2023, a pedestrian was injured as the result of an alleged drunk driving accident at 4:31 p.m. along North Piedras Street.
Authorities said in their statements that the incident took place at the intersection of North Piedras Street and Gateway Boulevard East.

Investigations from officials say that a 66-year-old woman was walking at the time and was reportedly walking northbound across Gateway Boulevard in a marked crosswalk. While doing so, authorities allege that a southbound Toyota 4Runner turned left from the improper lane, then struck the pedestrian.
As a result of the collision, the woman sustained incapacitating injuries. There were no other reported injuries. Most recent available information lists a .20 BAC test result for the driver involved. It's unclear at this time if any official charges were filed.
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