Nicholas Bertell Arrested in Suspected DUI Crash on Fairway Drive [Eureka, CA]

Eureka, CA (September 26, 2026) — On Thursday, a driver suffered minor to moderate injuries after a head-on crash on Fairway Drive involving Nicholas Bertell.

Eureka police responded to the 4700 block of Fairway Drive at about 4:20 p.m. after a white Toyota Tacoma and a gray Nissan Altima collided. The Nissan driver sustained injuries and went to a local hospital for medical evaluation.

Police also contacted 46-year-old Nicholas Bertell of Bayside, who was driving the Toyota. Investigators determined that he had been driving under the influence of alcohol and arrested him on suspicion of felony DUI causing injury and driving with a blood alcohol concentration of at least 0.08%.

Bertell also received medical treatment for injuries before authorities booked him into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility.

Avoiding auto accidents involves paying attention and practicing safe driving methods. And as always, you should follow the speed and traffic laws, and don’t text (or use your phone in any way) behind the wheel.

Keep a safe trailing distance to be able to stop, if necessary.

Do not drink and drive, and never get behind the wheel if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if you are tired.

Watch your mirrors and use your turn signals, and check your blind spots before changing lanes or making a turn. Drive calmly and patiently, especially in heavy traffic or bad weather.

When you drive responsibly and remain alert, you help prevent accidents and keep everyone on the road safe.

If you’re driving through busy corridors or high-speed roads, stay alert and give yourself plenty of space to react. Safe driving choices can prevent life-changing injuries. Stay cautious and look out for others on the road.

Never drive after drinking or using drugs. Arrange for a sober driver, rideshare, taxi, or another safe way home before getting behind the wheel.

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