[02-11-2023] Orange County, CA – Five People Hospitalized in Seal Beach Two-Car Hit & Run Crash

Five people, including three teenage girls, were injured following a two-vehicle collision involving a hit-and-run driver in Seal Beach, Orange County, on Saturday evening, February 11, 2023.

According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the crash occurred at about 7:14 p.m. near the intersection of Main Street and East Pacific Coast Highway in Seal Beach.

Seal Beach police said a reckless driver driving a tan pickup truck struck a silver four-door vehicle with five occupants while speeding northbound on PCH. Both vehicles were heavily damaged.

The silver car spun around in the junction with one door off while the truck slammed into a bus bench fronting the Chase bank at 801 PCH several feet away.

The five occupants of the silver vehicle sustained serious injuries and were transported to the hospital. Three of them, all 17-year-old girls, were released, while the other two remain in the hospital in stable condition.

The truck driver reportedly fled the scene into the Hill residential area. He was described as a man between 18 and 20, roughly 5’10” tall, and was seen wearing a maroon shirt.

Authorities have not yet discovered whether drugs or alcohol played a role as their investigation and search continued. Anyone with information is urged to contact them.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

In the United States, it is a crime to cause an automobile collision and then fail to render aid to the injured or notify the authorities. Criminal penalties, including jail time, may be imposed on a driver who flees the scene of an accident.

In 2015, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported roughly 737,100 hit-and-run incidents. Every 43 seconds, a hit-and-run occurs somewhere in the United States. Hit-and-run accidents claimed the lives of 2,049 people in 2016, an all-time high.

Between 2010 and 2019, 3,056 people were killed in 2,948 hit-and-run accidents in California. California has one of the highest death rates in the country.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

The proper authorities must be notified immediately if a hit-and-run collision results in any degree of injury or death. Don’t make assumptions; instead, give an answer based solely on facts. The victim may also feel compelled to apologize, even if they have done nothing wrong. Such actions could be used as evidence against a claim by the insurance provider.

You will need to seek a report copy from the appropriate authorities formally. Fill out our online form and we’ll request on your behalf. We can begin processing your claim as soon as we receive the necessary report. You can have a no-cost, no-obligation consultation with us to find out the strength of your case.

Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Orange County

Hit-and-run accident victims in California can seek compensation by filing a claim with their insurer or a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. Do not hesitate to call one of our highly-rated attorneys if you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries or wrongful death due to the carelessness of another.

Our trusted Orange 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 $750 million.

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