[06-18-2023] San Francisco County, CA – 10-Year-Old Hospitalized After Shooting Incident Led to Pedestrian Collision Along SF Waterfront

A 10-year-old was hospitalized after a shooting incident led to a pedestrian collision along the San Francisco waterfront early Sunday evening, June 18, 2023.

According to the San Francisco Police Department, the collision occurred around 6:45 p.m. along the Embarcadero at Howard Street.

Two vehicles, a white sedan and a black SUV, were shooting at each other while on a chase.

Two pedestrians, a 10-year-old and a 16-year-old, were struck while crossing the street. The 10-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital, while the other was unharmed.

Three people also sustained non-life-threatening injuries from glass shards sent flying from the gunfire, while two people inside one of the vehicles sustained gunshot wounds.

The authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the incident and in search of the white sedan occupants.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

After a car crash, it’s possible that you won’t be able to think clearly. Your actions and statements at the crash scene will significantly impact the outcome of your claim. The following tips may help you avoid reducing your personal injury claim value:

• Call the police after the accident, and make sure the officer creates an accident report.
• Document your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, weather conditions, road conditions, and the vehicle that struck you.
• Take a picture of the driver at fault’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
• Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names, contact information, or anyone who has seen anything.
• Immediately visit a doctor or other healthcare professional and inform them of all affected parts of your body.
• Keep a journal detailing your injuries and recovery. Describe how you feel, the treatment you receive, and the costs you pay.
• A lawyer should be consulted before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster.
• Stay off social media. Please don’t post about your accident or its circumstances.
• Contact an experienced California pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Recently, pedestrian deaths and injuries have increased in the United States.

According to Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) data, the number of traffic deaths as a whole went down by 14% between 2007 and 2016, but the number of pedestrian deaths went up by 27%.

In 2016, there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in the US. By the end of that year, 88 people were estimated to be dying per minute. At least 137,000 patients visited hospital emergency departments due to pedestrian injuries in 2017.

In 2012, 893 pedestrians died, and over 14,000 were hurt in California. According to some research, the state has the highest rate of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries.

In most accidents that involve pedestrians, automobiles fail to yield to pedestrians or stop suddenly. The best course of action is to speak with a lawyer who focuses on such matters if you decide to take your case to court.