[08-24-2022] Los Angeles County, CA- 30-Year-Old Man Injured In A Hit-And-Run Accident In South Los Angeles

According to authorities, 30-year-old Miguel V. was injured after a car struck him, and fled while riding in a blue moped on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.

The victim was riding in a blue moped after finishing his shift at a restaurant when he stopped at the intersection of Flower and 3rd street on Wednesday.

A blue Mini Cooper was traveling south on the same street. He hit Miguel and slowed down for a bit but later fled the scene.

Good Samaritans helped Miguel to get him to the curb safely.

According to the officials, Miguel suffered a broken wrist and a few bruises.

The investigating team stated that the Mini Cooper might have some damage to the front end of the vehicle.

The victim is asking for help from the public to find the suspect who injured him in a hit-and-run accident.

The crash is still under investigation as the suspect is on the run.

Police have declared that a reward of $25000 will be issued for any information regarding the crash.

HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENT STATISTICS

It is against the law to flee the scene of an accident. Every minute of every day, a hit-and-run accident occurs in the United States. An estimated 2,000 Americans have died in hit-and-run accidents across the country since 2006.

Accidents involving hit-and-runs are becoming more common. Since 2009, the number of fatalities caused by hit-and-runs has increased by 7%. An increase in hit-and-run accidents is to blame for an increase in unintentional road deaths.

During this period, more people were killed in California than in any other state in hit-and-run accidents. California accounted for more than one-fifth of all traffic fatalities in the United States, with 3,056 people killed in 2,948 collisions.

Injuries from a car accident can be extremely upsetting. It’s even worse when the other driver refuses to stop and accept responsibility for the accident.

They are more likely to flee the scene of an accident if they are intoxicated, driving without a license, or fear arrest for their actions.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENT LAWYERS

If you have been injured due to a hit-and-run driver’s negligence, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible.

If you have been injured, you may be able to receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a hit-and-run accident, our Los Angeles County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law can assist you.

Accidents happen far more frequently in major California cities than you’d think. We offer legal services in the towns throughout California, including Los Angeles and San Francisco. Our firm serves clients in California, including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, and Sacramento.

Please contact us as soon as possible so that we can set up a time that works for you. To schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys, please call (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form.