[02-01-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Female Pedestrian Injured in San Marino Hit-and-Run Crash

A female pedestrian in her 70s was struck in a hit-and-run crash in San Marino on Wednesday morning, February 01, 2023.

According to the San Marino Police Department, the fatal crash occurred around 6:00 a.m. on South Los Robles Avenue at Oak Street.

The woman was believed to be crossing the street with no marked crosswalk when an unidentified car hit her. She reportedly travels the route daily to a bus stop to get to work.

The victim was found lying on the roadway by an on-duty Pasadena police officer. She was transported to the hospital unconscious with non-life-threatening injuries. There are no words on her current state. The driver did not stop to provide assistance and fled the scene.

The Alhambra and South Pasadena police were alerted to be on the lookout for cars with damage to the front. The authorities released no further details at the moment.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

In the United States, you could face serious charges if you cause an automobile accident and then don’t stop to help the injured or look for help. If a hit-and-run motorist is caught, they could face harsh punishments, including jail time.

Every day, at least one driver in the United States is responsible for an accident and then leaves away. A total of about 1,900 persons have lost their lives as a direct result of such catastrophes since 2006. It was believed that pedestrians made up almost 60% of the fatalities.

Between 2009 and 2016, the number of hit-and-run accidents in California dropped by more than half. Deaths in California have decreased in recent years, but at 3,562 a year, it is still one of the deadliest states in America.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

If you or a loved one has been harmed in a hit-and-run accident, you should contact the police immediately. Don’t offer the cops your interpretation of events or assume anything; stick to the facts. Some accident victims, even if they were blameless, may feel obligated to apologize for what happened. Insurance companies may use this information against you in the event of a claim.

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Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Los Angeles County

By filing a personal injury or wrongful death complaint against the at-fault driver’s vehicle insurance, victims of hit-and-run accidents in California can seek both criminal charges against the at-fault driver and civil compensation for their damages. If you or a loved one has been seriously hurt or killed as a result of someone else’s negligence, please contact one of our highly regarded attorneys.

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