[02-07-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – 15-Year-Old Girl Sustained Minor Injuries After Being Struck by Hit-And-Run Vehicle in Santa Clarita

A 15-year-old girl sustained minor injuries after being struck by a hit-and-run vehicle in Santa Clarita on Wednesday morning, February 7, 2024.

According to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, the collision occurred around 11:00 a.m. on Bouquet Canyon Road.

Authorities stated that the victim was riding on her bike going to Bouquet Creek Trail when she was hit by a vehicle. The driver did not stop and fled from the scene after the collision.

The victim’s mother, identified as Susan M., told the authorities that her daughter was bruised and shaken up as she went home. The child was not able to see the license plate of the vehicle that hit her.

However, witnesses identified the driver as being in her 60s with black and gray hair and driving a white pickup truck.

No further information was released, and the authorities are gathering all essential information to find the driver.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477). The investigation is ongoing.

Experienced Hit-And-Run Accident Lawyers in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another person, it is highly recommended that you seek legal advice from a knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorney.

You can schedule a free initial consultation with one of our experienced hit-and-run accident lawyers. We will assess the specific circumstances of your case, explain the legal procedures involved, and consider essential factors that could impact the potential compensation you may receive.

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What To Do After A Hit-And-Run Accident

It is tough to think clearly after being hit by a vehicle, let alone if you are injured. But what you say and do at the crash scene can significantly affect the outcome of a subsequent claim you file against the party at fault. The following tips may help you avoid doing something that could reduce the value of your personal injury claim:

1. Call the police as soon as the accident occurs and ensure an officer creates an accident report.
2. Take photos of your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, the weather conditions, the road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you.
3. Take pictures of the at-fault driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
4. Get all eyewitnesses’ names, contact information, or anyone who may have seen anything.
5. See a doctor or other healthcare professional immediately, and tell them about every affected part of your body.
6. Keep a journal about your injuries and the recovery process, detailing how you feel, the treatment you receive, and what costs you pay.
7. Do not speak to the insurance adjuster or accept a settlement offer until you talk to an experienced lawyer.
8. Stay off social media and avoid posting about being in an accident or the circumstances of your accident.
9. Discuss your accident with one of our reliable California pedestrian accident lawyers or hit-and-run accident lawyers. Please contact us at (888) 488-1391.

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Hit-And-Run Accident Statistics

According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 737,100 documented cases of hit-and-run accidents in the US in 2015, equating to approximately one incident occurring every 43 seconds.

Between 2012 and 2021, the number of hit-and-runs increased significantly. In 2021, there were 2,783 fatal crashes involving hit-and-runs, an 89.4% increase from 2012’s 1,469 incidents. Over the past decade, fatal accidents have increased by 27.4%, highlighting the need to improve road safety.

Hit-and-runs accounted for 7.0% of fatal crashes, a 48.7% rise from 2012’s 4.7% in 2021. California had the highest share of hit-and-run-related fatal crashes at 10.1% over the decade, followed by Nevada (8.5%) and New Mexico (7.8%). Furthermore, over 6 in 10 fatal hit-and-runs involved pedestrians, underlining the pressing need to ensure pedestrian safety and curb the alarming rise in fatal hit-and-run incidents.