[07-07-2023] San Diego County, CA – 47-Year-Old Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Hit-And-Run Crash in South Park

A 47-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured after a hit-and-run crash in South Park, San Diego, early Friday morning, July 07, 2023.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the crash happened around 2:00 a.m. in the 2900 block of Juniper Street.

An unknown driver was driving eastbound on Juniper and struck a male pedestrian searching through trash cans.

The victim was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. His condition remains undisclosed.

The authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the crash.

Aggressive Hit-and-Run Accident Attorneys in San Diego County

If you or a loved one were injured in a California hit-and-run accident, several options are available. Your options are to file a lawsuit or submit a claim to your insurance company. If someone else’s carelessness resulted in severe injury or loss for you or a loved one, you should consult a hit-and-run attorney.

Get a free consultation with one of our attorneys. Our consultation will include an evaluation of your case, recommendations for necessary steps, and assessing key factors influencing a potential settlement offer.

You can rely on our aggressive San Diego County hit-and-run accident attorneys at Arash Law, under the direction of Arash Khorsandi, Esq., to effectively represent you in these court proceedings. Our firm has recovered more than $750 Million for California clients.

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What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

Even if the careless driver fled the scene, compensation can still be sought. You can help authorities find and apprehend the suspects involved by taking the proper steps, which might support your case if you decide to file a lawsuit for damages. The following guidelines offer a framework for taking action following a hit-and-run accident:

• Ensure immediate medical attention: It is crucial not to delay seeking medical help, even if you believe you are unharmed. Prioritize seeing a doctor promptly if you have sustained significant injuries.
• Report the incident to the police: Notify the police immediately, providing them with all the relevant details. Obtain a copy of the accident report from the police station or the California DMV.
• Inform your insurance company: Promptly inform your private insurance company about the hit-and-run accident.
• Collect evidence from the accident scene: Gather as much information as possible from the accident scene, including the license plate number, make, model, and color of the involved vehicle.
• Obtain witness details: Quickly gather potential witnesses’ contact information (names and phone numbers) at the scene.
• Seek legal advice: It is advisable to consult with a hit-and-run accident attorney before accepting any settlement offers from other insurance providers.

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Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

In the United States, leaving the scene of an accident without reporting it or assisting victims is a crime. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 737,100 accidents involving hit-and-run drivers were reported in 2015. This equates to roughly one hit-and-run accident occurring every 43 seconds in the United States.

In 2016, a record number of 2,049 lives were lost in hit-and-run accidents. In California, 2,948 hit-and-run accidents resulted in 3,056 fatalities between 2010 and 2019. These statistics indicate a significantly higher frequency of such incidents than in other states.