[02-11-2022] San Diego County, CA – One Person Injured After a Bicycle Crash in Carlsbad

A 74-year-old man was injured after a bicycle accident involving a suspected hit-and-run driver in Carlsbad on Friday afternoon, February 11, 2022.

The accident happened on El Camino Real between Carlsbad Village Drive and Marron Road at around 1:15 p.m.

An unspecified vehicle struck a bicyclist on El Camino Real for unclear reasons. The driver did not stop to render aid and drove away from the scene.

Emergency personnel later arrived at the site and found the victim unconscious. He was seriously injured and was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Local authorities are actively pursuing the hit-and-run driver. They are also currently investigating the case. Witnesses that can give more information about the crash are urged to call the Carlsbad Police Department at (760) 931-2197.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

When traveling small distances, more people are getting interested in riding bicycles. It’s mostly because bicycles are a low-cost and environmentally beneficial alternative. Bicycle accidents, unfortunately, have been on the rise in recent years.

Between 2007 and 2018, 8,908 cyclists died in the United States. That figure was multiplied by 12 to get the average. 2018 was the deadliest year for bikers, with 857 killed.

Bicycle accidents have been on the rise in California in recent years. Approximately 155 persons died in fatal bicycle accidents in 2018.

Cyclist fatalities account for 4% of all motor accidents in California. This is more than double the national rate, and it ranks California top in the US in terms of cycling deaths.

There are plenty of paths, trails, and roads in San Diego to explore on two wheels, whether you’re an avid mountain biker, a road bike warrior, or a breezy beach cruiser. However, with more bicycles on the road comes an increased risk of accidents.

San Diego County Bike Accident Lawyers for Victims

Those injured in bike accidents have a right to receive compensation for their injuries and damages from the liable motor vehicle driver.

However, injured bicyclists and their family members shouldn’t expect the driver’s insurance company to cut them a check for a fair amount willingly. Insurance companies are experts at denying claims, delaying claim payments, and trying to get injured victims to settle for less than they deserve.

At Arash Law, our San Diego bike accident lawyers are proud to help injured parties and their families fight for the compensation they are entitled to receive.

Schedule your Free Consultation by calling (888) 488-1391 to speak with a trustworthy San Diego bicycle accident lawyer near you.