Marco Gonzalez and Albert Blanco Arrested in Stolen Car Crash on Highway 17 [Santa Cruz, CA]

One Hospitalized, Two Arrested After Stolen Car Crash in Santa Cruz

 
SANTA CRUZ, CA (July 30, 2020) – Police arrested Marco Gonzalez and Albert Blanco after a stolen car crash on Highway 17 on early Thursday morning.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened near Vine Hill Road at approximately 5:00 AM.
 
Based on a report, Gonzalez unsafely and illegally made a U-turn at Vine Hill. Consequently, he hit a Hyundai car. Afterward, Gonzales and Blanco, a passenger in the car, ran off into the woods.
 
Emergency crews arrive at the scene and sent a 30-year-old Boulder Creek woman in the Infinity to the hospital with minor injuries. The 49-year-old man from Watsonville driving the Hyundai was not hurt.
 
Finally, a resident contacted CHP after spotting the two men. Police later arrested Marco Ochoa Gonzalez, 25, of Manteca on suspicion of being in possession of a stolen car, hit-and-run, driving under the influence, and resisting arrest. In addition, they also arrested Albert J. Blanco, 38, of San Jose on suspicion of possessing a stolen car and resisting arrest.
 
At this point, the crash remains under investigation.
 
DUI often leads to a road crash. Because of this, it important to never drink before driving to avoid getting hurt or hurting other people. In addition, stay sober, manage your speed, and avoid reckless driving to avoid getting into an accident.

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