Jonathan Padilla Arrested, Several Injured in Hemet Accident at Florida Avenue and Santa Fe Street 

Hemet, California (February 18, 2020) – Several people were injured after multiple vehicles collided at the area of Florida Avenue and Santa Fe Street in Hemet, according to a police report.

The California Highway Patrol responded to the crash on Saturday, February 15, at around 10:50 p.m. 

According to the report, a 24-year-old Jonathan Padilla was driving a black Chevrolet SUV, slammed into a light pole, and continue driving on the highway.

Padilla then collided with at three other vehicles at the intersection of Stetson Avenue and Lyon Avenue.

Police said a dog and several people were injured following the crash. All injured victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. The dog was also transported to a nearby shelter by animal officers.

Padilla was arrested on suspicion of DUI following the crash and was booked into Cois Byrd Detention Center in Murrietta.

No other details of the crash were immediately released.

The crash is still under investigation. 

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian, a contributor to this site, is available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.