[06-29-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – One Person Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash West of Santa Maria

According to the California Highway Patrol, one person sustained a head injury after a two-vehicle hit-and-run crash west of Santa Maria on Wednesday, June 29, 2022.

According to the CHP logs, the collision occurred at 9:09 p.m., close to West Betteravia and Mahoney roads intersection.

The CHP, the Santa Maria Police Department, medics, and tow trucks were among the first responder organizations.

Local authorities discovered a green Chevrolet Chevelle and a black Chrysler 300 that had collided when they arrived. The Chrysler only sustained frontend damage, although both vehicles were damaged and had to be towed away from the scene.

According to the logs, a passenger injured in the suspect car was taken to Marian Regional Medical Center.

The crash remains under investigation.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Santa Barbara County residents should be aware that car accidents are one of the leading causes of preventable deaths in the United States.

Crash fatalities in the United States are the highest compared to other countries. The number of collisions in the US is estimated at about 90 per day. The deaths due to collisions in the United States decreased by 31% between 2000 and 2013, compared to an average of 56% in 19 other high-income countries.

More than 18,000 lives a year could be saved if the United States car crash death rate matched that of 19 other high-income countries.

Drivers take on a huge responsibility to help keep our roads safe for everyone every time they get behind the wheel. Respecting the law of the road is one aspect of this responsibility.

When a car accident occurs in California, the negligent driver must safely exit the road at the scene of the accident. A misdemeanor or a felony can be charged if a person refuses to do so in such a situation.

Santa Barbara County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

It is a criminal offense to leave the scene of an accident where a person has been injured, or property has been destroyed. Despite this, it is not uncommon for drivers to flee the accident scene, particularly if they lack adequate insurance or are at fault. This should not discourage you from receiving a favorable settlement and pursuing justice.

A hit-and-run is defined as a car accident in which the driver leaves the scene without identifying himself or providing assistance to anyone who may be in need.

Our Santa Barbara County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you get a fair settlement from your insurance company, the negligent party, or even take your case to court if necessary. The stress of dealing with the financial impact of a hit-and-run accident should not interfere with your recovery.

We will stand up for your rights if you are the victim of a hit-and-run. Call us at (888) 488-1391 to discuss your accident with a hit-and-run lawyer.