Tyrone Kinzer, a 43 year-old Kent, WA man, was arrested on suspicion of Washington DUI and second-degree assault, after rear-ending another vehicle near the Milton-Freewater area of Oregon.  According to the Oregon State Police, the accident occurred on Highway 11 near milepost 32, around 11:30 p.m.

Mr. Kinzer’s Toyota collided with a Ford Taurus, which had three occupants in the vehicle.  The driver of the Taurus fled the scene after the accident and is currently being sought by the Oregon State Police.  One of the passengers, a 23 year-old woman, suffered critical injuries, while another, a 43 year-old woman, was treated for minor injuries.

Kinzer was taken to St. Mary’s Hospital in Walla Walla and treated for his injuries.  He was then arrested and booked into the Walla Walla County Jail.  Had this accident occurred in Washington State, Mr. Kinzer would have been facing similar charges for his actions.

Under Washington DUI law, any accident involving serious injury that results from drunk driving is likely to result the driver being charged with one or more felonies.  Washington’s drunk driving laws are very tough, even for first time offenders.  By the way, if you or someone you know is currently facing a driving under the influence charge, I would recommend calling Washington DUI attorney Jason S. Newcombe.

Mr. Newcombe is an experienced WA State dui lawyer and aggressively defend your charges.