[01-29-2023] Solano County, CA – Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Fairfield Hit & Run Crash

A person was seriously injured following a hit-and-run crash in Fairfield on Sunday afternoon, January 29, 2023.

According to the Fairfield Police Department, the crash occurred shortly after 5:00 p.m. along Beck Avenue.

A report from a witness stated that the vehicle driven by 56-year-old Fairfield resident Gary B. veered into the center median and struck the victim walking between the double lines.

The pedestrian, whose identity was not yet released, sustained major injuries while the driver reportedly fled the scene.

On Wednesday afternoon, the driver was located in a fast-food parking lot on Central Place. He was taken into custody on charges of hit-and-run and driving while suspended.

No further details on the victim’s current condition and the crash were immediately available.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

In the United States, you can expect severe penalties if you cause an automobile accident and then refuse to render aid to the injured or seek the authorities by leaving the scene. Those who flee the scene of an accident may face severe penalties, including imprisonment if they are caught.

According to NHTSA, there were approximately 737,100 hit-and-run accidents reported in 2015. It’s estimated that every 43 seconds somewhere in the United States, a hit-and-run occurs. As of 2016, 2,049 persons had been killed in hit-and-run accidents, setting a new high.

From 2010 to 2019, 3,056 people in California lost their lives due to 2,948 recorded deadly hit-and-run collisions. This shows California still has one of the highest fatality rates in the country among other states.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

Call the police right away if you or a loved one has been hurt in a hit-and-run accident. Keep your thoughts and assumptions to yourself when speaking with law enforcement. Focus solely on the facts. Some accident victims, even when completely blameless, may feel forced to apologize. The insurance company might use this information against you if you ever make a claim.

Get in touch with the police department and ask for a copy of their report. If you’d like us to submit a request on your behalf, please fill out the form on our website. As soon as we have this data, we can begin processing your claim. Get in touch with us immediately to receive a free, no-obligation assessment of your case’s viability.

Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Solano County

In the event of a hit-and-run accident in the state of California, the victim(s) may pursue civil damages from the at-fault driver’s insurance company as well as criminal charges. Contact one of our highly regarded attorneys if you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed as a result of someone else’s negligence.

Our trusted Solano County hit-and-run accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

Call (888) 488-1391 now or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.