Hayley and Kyle Ohlwiler Injured, Daniel Lenihan Arrested after Fatal DUI Crash on Antonio Parkway [Santa Margarita, CA]
11-Month-Old Baby Pronounced Dead after DUI Pedestrian Collision on Oso Parkway
SANTA MARGARITA, CA (April 5, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, a DUI crash on Antonio Parkway claimed the life of an infant and left Hayley and Kyle Ohlwiler injured.
The deadly incident happened around 4:15 p.m., in a residential area near Oso Parkway.
According to the California Highway Patrol, Hayley Ohlwiler (31) and Kyle Ohlwiler (34) were pushing their 11-month-old baby in a stroller along Antonio Parkway.
Meanwhile, a vehicle driven by 54-year-old Daniel Lenihan from San Clemente jumped the curb and onto the sidewalk. Investigators said the four-door Hyundai sedan continued several hundred feet along the sidewalk before striking the family.
Due to the impact of the collision, the infant in the stroller died at the scene. Responding paramedics also rushed the parents to a nearby hospital with unspecified injuries.
Meanwhile, Lenihan was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs.
At this time, Santa Margarita Police continue to investigate the fatal DUI crash. Relatives of the victims also started a GoFundMe page to help with medical and funeral expenses.
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 the victims.
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