[04-27-2022] San Francisco County, CA – Officer Injured After a Suspect Rams into Two Poice Vehicles at Union and Montgomery Streets

At least one officer was injured after a 24-year-old man crashed into two police vehicles in San Francisco on Wednesday night, April 27, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 9:30 a.m. Officers initially received a report of a stolen vehicle linked to multiple auto burglaries on Grant Avenue and Green Street.

The San Francisco police responded to the call and located the stolen vehicle. As they attempted to pull the suspect over at a traffic stop, the driver drove away from the scene.

The officers then found the suspect on Union and Montgomery street and noticed that the suspect was exiting a dead end. The suspect then rammed a marked police vehicle and continued to drive toward Alta and Montgomery streets.

The suspect then crashed into a second police vehicle, injuring one police officer. The suspect then left his vehicle and attempted to flee on foot while officers chased after him.

Later, he was located at Pacific Avenue and Beckett Street and taken into custody. He was identified as Robert S., and he is facing many charges, including possession of the stolen property, assault, hit-and-run, and reckless evading.

He was taken to San Francisco County Jail, where he was booked. Local authorities are further investigating the case. They encourage anyone to give additional helpful information about the crash to call the SFPD Tip Line at (415) 575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD. Tips can be made anonymously.

Hit-and-Run Crash Statistics

Many people think of a hit and run as a car slamming into another vehicle or pedestrian and speeding away. Anyone who runs away from the scene of a collision after causing an object to strike them needs a California hit-and-run lawyer.

It is against the law to leave the scene of an accident. Hit-and-run drivers may face misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on the circumstances.

An average of 682,000 hit-and-runs occur each year in the United States, according to AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety research published in 2018. Since 2009, hit-and-run deaths have risen by more than seven percent a year.

More than 737,000 hit and run accidents were reported in 2015, accounting for more than 11 percent of traffic accidents.

A wounded person who was hit and run by another driver may be able to claim damages. Depending on the outcome of your claim, you may be eligible for a financial settlement.

San Francisco County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

If you’ve been hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Southern California, you’re probably wondering why someone would try to escape after causing you harm. You’re likely also concerned about covering your medical and household expenses, repairing your vehicle, and returning to your normal routine.

Our car accident lawyers will fight to get you the money you deserve. We understand how difficult hit-and-run accident cases can be, especially when the at-fault driver is not captured.

Arash Law’s hit-and-run accident attorneys in San Francisco County will help you seek compensation for your injuries. Please contact our office if you have any questions or concerns concerning your legal options following a deadly motorcycle accident.

Our consultations are completely free of charge. Furthermore, you will not be compelled to pay until we have secured the compensation you are entitled to. For a free consultation with one of our attorneys, please call (888) 488-1391.