A suspected driver under the influence causing an injury accident on Dog Bar Rd Tuesday evening just after 5:30. California Highway Patrol Officer Greg Tassone says two vehicles were involved and it happened in an area where prior accidents have occurred.

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According to Tassone, a Honda Civic traveling northbound initially collided with a southbound Toyota Camry.

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After hitting the Camry, the Civic went out of control crossing the road and striking a tree head on.
The impact of the collision causing injuries to the driver of the Civic requiring an air transport. The occupants of the Camry were not injured.

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The older couple then called 911.
Both fire and CHP responded to the collision.

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Based on the officers evaluation the driver was charged with being under the influence of a controlled substance, DUI, and driving on a suspended license. He was released to emergency personnel and flown to Sutter Roseville Trauma Center.

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The accident remains under investigation.