[07-10-2022] Sonoma County, CA – Pedestrian Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Hit-And-Run Crash near Santa Rosa

Authorities in the North Bay are searching for a driver after a woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a hit-and-run collision on Sunday, July 10, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol officers, the crash occurred around 10:30 p.m. in the area of Stony Point Road and Butler Avenue on reports of a pedestrian being struck.

The woman was treated by fire personnel at the scene before being transported to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.

Police said the woman suffered major injuries that were considered life-threatening.

According to a preliminary investigation, police believe the pedestrian was on the right shoulder when she was struck.

CHP officials said Monday that they believe the suspect was driving a 2014, 2015, or 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The SUV is believed to be black and has right front and side damage.

Anyone with information about the collision is asked to call the Santa Rosa CHP office at 707-588-1400.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians and motorcycle riders face a greater risk of injury or death on the road than other road users. This is the reason: they aren’t adequately shielded from harm in the event of an accident.

Tragically, the number of pedestrian-related accidents has risen sharply. Compared to all other types of traffic-related deaths, pedestrian deaths rose by 27 percent between 2007 and 2016.

In 2017, 5,977 people were killed while walking in the United States. In the United States, one person perishes every 88 minutes. 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries were treated at hospital emergency rooms in 2017.

California has the highest pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries rate compared to other states. Pedestrian car accidents in California resulted in 893 deaths and 14,000 injuries last year.

The most common causes of pedestrian accidents are driver negligence, excessive speed, and failure to yield to pedestrians. If you’re in this situation, you’ll want to consult with an attorney immediately.

Sonoma County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

In the United States, car accidents occur daily. You or a loved one may never know what will happen after an accident. You don’t have to go through this alone if a loved one has been killed in a pedestrian accident.

Experienced attorneys can provide legal counsel and emotional support during this difficult time. Because people are still grieving after losing a loved one, insurance companies can take advantage of them. Consult with an attorney as soon as possible to safeguard your rights.

Our Sonoma County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight to get you and your family the compensation you are entitled to. In a wrongful death lawsuit, the surviving deceased family members can seek compensation for their losses, including lost wages, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and mental burden.

Arash Law is well-versed in all areas of the law and can handle any case that comes its way. Contact us at (888) 488-1391 or stop by one of our offices in California for a free consultation with one of our attorneys.