2nd driver may face DUI charge in crash

An Angwin man hurt in a weekend crash that killed four others remained hospitalized Monday and facing possible arrest on suspicion of drunken driving, the CHP said.

Officers previously arrested a driver in the crash for allegedly drinking and driving. But both suspects, in separate vehicles, did not appear initially responsible for the crash that claimed four Pacific Union College students who died in the crash.

The four young men who died were driving down rural Deer Park Road about 11:45 p.m. Saturday from the college. They were headed for a market for some late-night snacks after playing basketball, the CHP said.

Boaz Pak, 20, was driving excessively fast and lost control on a turn just before reaching the valley floor, the CHP said.

The other students who died were Chong Shin, 20, Simon Son, 19, and Luke Nishikawa, 22.

The CHP said there were no indications found that Pak had been drinking.

Sandalio Martinez, 28, was driving on Deer Park Road when Pak's car slid into his lane and hit him.

The CHP Monday said there was evidence that pointed to the possibility Martinez had been drinking when his car was hit. If officers determine he was drunk, he wouldn't be arrested until after he is released from Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.

On Monday, Martinez was listed in stable condition. He sustained critical injuries in the crash, the CHP said.

Martinez's name was reversed in earlier news reports.

Driver Carlos Rio Ortiz, 20, of Angwin came upon the crashed vehicles and smashed into them. He was reportedly not seriously injured and was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

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