An unidentified man was hurt after getting shot in a suspected road rage incident on Golden State Boulevard on Thursday afternoon, July 29, 2021.
According to the initial reports from local authorities, the incident occurred at around 3:00 p.m. on Golden State Boulevard and Herndon Avenue.
The victim was shot inside his car after both vehicles pulled over. The suspect allegedly shot the victim several times before leaving the scene.
The victim was seriously injured in the incident and was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.
Authorities suspect that the incident may have occurred due to a language barrier. An officer had to translate Punjabi for the victim.
Information about the incident is limited at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the case.
Road Rage Statistics
When a driver exhibits extreme aggression or anger with the intent to create or cause physical harm, this is referred to as road rage.
Road rage is a common occurrence in California. Drivers become enraged behind the wheel and begin driving aggressively. It’s a serious issue because road ragers endanger themselves and other drivers in serious accidents.
Road rage injured 12,610 people and killed 218 people in the United States over seven years (SafeMotorist).
From 2016 to 2019, roughly one-third of gun-related road rage incidents resulted in injuries or death. Half of these incidents occurred between 2020 and 2021.
Don’t allow aggressive drivers on the road to trigger your feelings of road rage. Take a deep breath and continue.
If an aggressive driver hits you, it is preferable if you do not engage in road rage with them. You do not want to be blamed for the car accident.
Fresno County Accident Lawyers for Road Rage Victims
Personal injuries might result from more than one individual or corporation’s negligence. If a person or company is negligent, they are legally obligated to compensate you for all injuries and losses caused by their carelessness.
One of the most common personal injury cases is a car accident. A driver’s negligence causes the majority of car accidents. Other drivers, passengers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and others who have been injured due to the negligent driver must be compensated. As a result, California, like other states, requires drivers to obtain auto insurance with liability coverage.
Some accident victims handle their claims, and you have every right to do so if you desire. However, various issues may arise, and you will face numerous challenges.
Arash Law’s experienced Fresno County accident attorneys have handled many auto accident cases. Only if we win your case will you be charged attorney fees. All personal injury and wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency-fee-basis. That is, we are only compensated if you receive results. Please call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.