Nicole Lawson Dead, Daniel Zuzinec Arrested after DUI Collision on Painted Cave Road [Santa Barbara, CA]
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Nicole Lawson Dead, Daniel Zuzinec Arrested after DUI Collision on Painted Cave Road [Santa Barbara, CA]
45-Year-Old Woman Died after a Crash on Painted Cave Road north of Highway 154
SANTA BARBARA, CA (August 3, 2022) – Saturday night, police arrested Daniel Zuzinec after a DUI collision that left Nicole Lawson dead.
The incident happened on July 30th, at around 10:00 p.m., when Zuzinec, driving under the influence, fatally struck Lawson on Painted Cave Road, just north of Highway 154.
Officers arrived at the area and found Lawson lifeless on the ground. Paramedics attempted to render aid, but they were unsuccessful. Officials pronounced 45-year-old Lawson dead at the scene.
Meanwhile, Zuzinec was also injured and taken to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for treatment. Later, 37-year-old Daniel J. Zuzinec was arrested and charged with DUI causing injury, vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, and being under the influence of a controlled substance.
No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Nicole Lawson. May you find strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead.
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