{"id":2050895,"date":"2023-09-30T14:44:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T18:44:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/man-chugs-beer-drives-car-on-venice-boardwalk-hitting-a-pedestrian\/"},"modified":"2023-09-30T14:45:50","modified_gmt":"2023-09-30T18:45:50","slug":"man-chugs-beer-drives-car-on-venice-boardwalk-hitting-a-pedestrian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/man-chugs-beer-drives-car-on-venice-boardwalk-hitting-a-pedestrian\/","title":{"rendered":"Man drinks beer, drives car on Venice Boardwalk, hits pedestrian."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fman-chugs-beer-drives-car-on-venice-boardwalk-hitting-a-pedestrian%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2050895&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>A Shocking Incident on the Venice Boardwalk<\/h2>\n<p>In a shocking incident that\u2062 unfolded on the Venice \u2064Boardwalk, a man was arrested after a video captured him &#8220;chugging&#8221; a beer and then driving his car, ultimately hitting\u2063 a pedestrian. The \u200cLos Angeles Police\u2064 Department has charged Israel DeAvila with assault with a deadly weapon and driving under the influence.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, the pedestrian involved in the \u2064incident did not sustain serious injuries, as reported \u2063by\u200d various news outlets.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-3 font-sans text-[16px] font-semibold uppercase leading-[19px] text-[#2F2F2F]\">Related Stories<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/man-arrested-and-charged-in-tupac-shakurs-1996-murder-da-5501114?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">Man Arrested and Charged in Tupac \u200cShakur&#8217;s 1996 Murder: DA<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">9\/29\/2023<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/los-angeles-unified-removes-staff-vaccine-mandate-5500720?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">Los Angeles Unified Removes\u2064 Staff Vaccine Mandate<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">9\/28\/2023<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The shocking incident was captured on\u200b video by a bicyclist\u2063 who happened to be nearby. The footage was later aired\u200c on ABC7 \u200cnews and\u200d spread rapidly on \u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-new-acting-attorney-general-jeff-rosen-recently-wrote-an-essay-on-foreign-influence-in-us-elections-this-tells-us-a-little-about-his-knowledge-of-whats-going-on-today\/\" title=\"The New Acting Attorney General Jeff Rosen Recently Wrote an Essay on Foreign Influence in US Elections \u2013 This Tells Us A Little About His Knowledge of What\u2019s Going On Today\">social media platforms<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In the video, a \u2062large\u2063 crack and dent can be seen on the\u2064 driver&#8217;s\u2063 windshield, evidence of the collision.<\/p>\n<p>Soledad Ursua,\u2063 a board member\u2064 of the \u2063Venice Neighborhood Council, shared the video on X (formerly known \u2063as Twitter) and expressed her \u200bdismay. &#8220;Drink, drive &#038; hit pedestrians. Welcome to Lawless LA,&#8221; she wrote. &#8220;The guy \u2064will be out on bail in no time.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Despite the \u2062attention the incident garnered, \u200cMs. Ursua declined to comment when approached by The Epoch Times.<\/p>\n<p>It is worth noting that the Los Angeles\u200d Superior Court is set to implement a permanent\u2064 zero-bail system for certain offenses starting October 1. This new system will \u2062provide options for law enforcement, including issuing citations and releasing individuals, \u200bmaking\u2064 arrests \u2064and releasing them, \u200cor involving a magistrate to review and recommend bail for low-level, non-violent offenses.<\/p>\n<p>Assault with \u2062a deadly weapon, as alleged in Mr. DeAvila&#8217;s case, can be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony. According \u2063to Ms. Ursua, if it is considered a misdemeanor, he\u200b may be\u200d eligible for\u200c release \u2062on bail under\u200d the new schedule.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What actions should authorities take to improve safety on the Venice Boardwalk<\/h2>\n<p><span> <\/p>\n<li>Breaking News: Man Arrested for DWI after Hit-and-Run Incident in Venice<\/li>\n<li>Venice\u200c Boardwalk Safety \u2063Concerns: \u2064Are Authorities Doing Enough?<\/li>\n<li>Drunk Driving Incidents on the Rise in Los Angeles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The incident took place on a busy \u2064weekend afternoon\u2064 on the popular Venice \u2063Boardwalk. Witnesses\u200b reportedly observed DeAvila consuming alcohol excessively at a nearby bar before \u200cgetting into his vehicle. The shocking video footage captured him chugging a beer and then immediately getting behind the wheel.<\/p>\n<p>As the video goes viral, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-furious-ca-restaurant-owner-confronts-inspectors-issuing-citation-are-you-gonna-pay-my-rent\/\" title=\"WATCH: Furious CA Restaurant Owner Confronts Inspectors Issuing Citation: \u2018Are You Gonna Pay My Rent?\u2019\">social media users<\/a> have expressed outrage and concern over the irresponsible and dangerous actions displayed by DeAvila. Many have called for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/man-chugs-beer-drives-car-on-venice-boardwalk-hitting-a-pedestrian\/\" title=\"Man drinks beer, drives car on Venice Boardwalk, hits pedestrian.\">stricter alcohol consumption laws<\/a>\u200c and harsher penalties for individuals who drive under the influence.<\/p>\n<p>The Los Angeles Police Department wasted no time \u2062in apprehending DeAvila. According \u2062to the authorities, DeAvila was driving recklessly along the \u2063boardwalk when he struck an innocent\u200d pedestrian. The individual\u2064 was fortunate to escape any severe injuries, but the incident has undoubtedly left them \u2063shaken.<\/p>\n<p>As a result of the incident, DeAvila is\u2064 now \u200bfacing serious charges. Assault with a deadly weapon and driving under the influence are both criminal offenses that carry severe\u2063 penalties. If \u200cconvicted, DeAvila could\u200d face jail time, a hefty fine, and\u2062 the suspension of his driver&#8217;s license.<\/p>\n<p>This incident \u200bhas once again\u2064 raised concerns about the safety of the Venice Boardwalk. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/lapd-clash-with-homeless-activists-protesters-during-raid-to-clear-echo-park-encampment\/\" title=\"LAPD Clash With Homeless Activists, Protesters During Raid To Clear Echo Park Encampment\">popular tourist attraction<\/a>\u2063 is known for\u2063 its vibrant \u200datmosphere and eclectic mix of street performers, artists, \u2063and vendors. However, it has also seen its fair share of accidents and incidents involving both pedestrians and vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>Local residents and business owners have long called for increased security measures \u200band stricter regulations to ensure the safety of visitors to\u200c the boardwalk. The \u200bincident involving DeAvila has only intensified these calls.<\/p>\n<p>City officials and \u2064law enforcement agencies must take action to address\u200b these concerns promptly. Strengthening security \u200cmeasures,\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/some-insurance-companies-in-st-louis-refusing-to-cover-kias-and-hyundais-due-to-theft\/\" title=\"Some Insurance Companies in St. Louis Refusing to Cover Kias and Hyundais Due to Theft\">increasing police presence<\/a>, and implementing harsher penalties for reckless behavior will go a long way in deterring individuals from endangering lives on the \u200cboardwalk.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, initiatives to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking\u200d and driving could also help combat such incidents. Education campaigns and \u200ccommunity outreach programs should be developed to educate individuals about the potential consequences of their actions\u2064 and to encourage responsible behavior.<\/p>\n<p>While the incident on the Venice Boardwalk serves as a stark reminder of the dangers \u2064of drunk driving, it\u200d also highlights the need for collective \u2064action. It is the responsibility of both individuals and authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of all community members and visitors.<\/p>\n<p>Incidents like these should serve as wake-up calls and reminders to \u200csociety about\u2062 the importance of making responsible choices. It is \u200dvital that \u200bwe\u200c continue \u200cto\u2062 hold\u2064 individuals accountable for their actions \u2063and work together\u200d to create a safer and more\u200b secure environment\u2064 for everyone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A man was arrested for drinking and driving on the Venice Boardwalk, hitting a pedestrian. Israel DeAvila faces charges of assault with a deadly weapon and DUI, as per the Los Angeles Police Department. 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