A wild incident unfolded in Modesto when Navin Sharma Kumar, 52, allegedly drove under the influence and crashed his Mercedes into another vehicle, leaving four people injured—one of them a teenage girl. This chaotic event isn’t just about a late-night joyride gone wrong; it’s a stark reminder of the dangers of drinking and driving.
The crash happened in the early hours along River Road and Cleveland Avenue, where Kumar’s car veered into oncoming traffic, slamming head-on into a Kia SUV. The teenage driver of the Kia suffered minor injuries, but unfortunately, two passengers experienced far worse—transported to Memorial Medical Center with major injuries. Kumar, on the other hand, didn’t stick around to face the music; he reportedly fled the scene on foot!
After a quick family pickup service, Kumar was tracked down by police at his home, where he appeared intoxicated. Now, he stands accused of felony DUI, hit-and-run, and driving with a suspended license, piling on the charges like toppings on a pizza. Let’s hope he learns that a quick getaway isn’t quite the ride of choice after all!
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