[08-09-2022] Fresno County, CA – Woman Injured Following a Possible Hit-and-Run Accident Near Bullard Avenue

A woman was injured following a possible hit-and-run crash involving two vehicles near Bullard Avenue and Angus Street on Tuesday night, August 09, 2022.

The crash happened just before 8:00 p.m. in Fresno.

According to detectives, a black BMW was driving carelessly in the area before striking the KIA.

Witnesses reported seeing a man leave the car and run off on foot while donning green shorts and a green shirt.

He was seen near a 7-Eleven, but he immediately fled.

Streets remained closed for the foreseeable future while police searched the area.

According to authorities, the woman driving a KIA was taken to Community Regional Medical Center after the Fresno Fire Department rescued her from the vehicle that had collided with the tree. Her condition was not immediately known.

According to police, the man is being investigated for felony hit-and-run due to the victim’s injuries.

Hit-and-Run Statistics

A hit and run occurs when you are involved in a car accident (with a pedestrian, another car, or a fixed object) and then leave the scene without stopping to identify yourself or render aid to anyone who may require assistance.

According to the national AAA, hit-and-runs accounted for more than 5% of traffic fatalities. There is an average increase of 7.2% every year. 2,049 people were killed in hit-and-run accidents in 2016, a 60% increase since 2009.

In most states, it doesn’t matter whether you caused the car accident or not. The act is simply committed by leaving the scene. Most states do not consider it a hit and run if you must leave the scene of an accident to access emergency assistance as long as you return to the accident scene immediately.

Hit-and-runs not only happen on a highway or public road but also in parking lots. Many states consider it a hit and run if you back into an unoccupied car in a parking lot and fail to leave a note with your contact information on the windshield.

Fresno County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

A hit-and-run accident can cause serious injuries or even death to the victim. This can happen in several ways. People on the road may be distracted by their cell phones, eating, or falling asleep behind the wheel. Someone could also be speeding and not see the victim until it is too late. If a driver does not stop at the scene of a hit-and-run accident, police may be able to track them down and bring them to justice.

If you have been involved in a hit-and-run accident, you should contact an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. They can help you file a claim and protect your rights while dealing with legal proceedings.

Our Fresno County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest level of legal representation. Our attorneys are passionate about helping people with their legal issues, and we are dedicated to getting the best results for each and every one of our clients.

Arash Law has a team of experienced lawyers who will fight for your rights and work tirelessly on your behalf to get the best results for your case. Please contact (888) 488-1391 or email us to book a FREE and thorough examination of your case.