[03-12-2020] Lancaster, CA – Pedestrian Injured After a Hit and Run Crash on Sierra Highway

A 40-year-old unidentified pedestrian attained significant injuries after a hit-and-run driver struck them on Sierra Highway, on March 12. 

According to the initial reports from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the accident occurred at around 9:40 a.m. on Sierra Highway near Avenue J-2. A dark-colored sedan was seen making an unsafe U-turn, which caused him to struck the pedestrian walking on Avenue J-2. The driver that hit the pedestrian fled the scene. 

Due to the severity of the impact, the 40-year-old man sustained a broken leg but, so far, has no life-threatening injuries. He was immediately taken to the Antelope Valley Hospital. 

Based on the surveillance footage obtained from the area, the vehicle is believed to be an early 2000s Nissan Altima. 

Local authorities are currently investigating the case. Witnesses are encouraged to share any additional information they can provide immediately to Lancaster Sheriff’s Station Detective Gil Borruel at (661) 940-3813.

Pedestrian Accident Investigation is Underway

Pedestrians are more susceptible to the dangers on the roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 5900 pedestrians were killed in the U.S. back in 2016. 

Fleeing from the accident is a crime in itself. Unfortunately, around 11 percent of all crash cases involve a hit-and-run driver. Hit-and-run drivers would often leave the scene due to intoxication, driving without a license, or fear of being arrested if they remained at the scene. 

Attorneys have the resources to help prove the negligence of the guilty party. When facing cases like this, it’s vital to have an experienced Lancaster wrongful death attorney specializing in fatal pedestrian accidents to conduct an independent investigation. 

Attorneys can re-interview important witnesses, review related surveillance footage from the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the suspect. Going through these procedures is necessary to help the victims get the justice that they deserve. 

Lancaster Personal Injury Lawyer for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents

Attaining significant injuries after a pedestrian accident can be overwhelming and has the potential to disrupt all aspects of life, such as family and finances. While waiting for the results of the official investigation, the victim has the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit with the help of their injury attorney. 

Attorneys can serve as a helpful legal guide for the victim while negotiating with insurance companies on their behalf. Attorneys will also make sure that the victim will get the monetary compensation and justice that they deserve while also ensuring that the negligent driver will be held accountable for his actions. 

The dedicated hit and run attorneys at Arash Law are committed to helping you recover on the damages you’ve suffered. Our dedicated legal team has decades of experience fighting for the rights of accident victims just like you. We’re available to help 24 hours a day and seven days a week, so please don’t hesitate to call our office at (888) 488-1391 today to discuss your accident with a lawyer for hit and run cases.