[09-05-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Driver Fled Following Hit-and-Run Crash in San Pedro

The Los Angeles Police Department said a driver fled the scene of a two-car crash in San Pedro on Monday, September 5, 2022.

The crash occurred on a Monday at 18th and Mesa streets.

According to the video of the accident, the driver appeared to leave their vehicle behind after striking a parked car.

According to the police, the driver of the other vehicle, which struck the outside of a church, remained at the scene of the collision.

The LAPD is investigating the crash as a hit-and-run.

It is unknown if anyone was hurt or taken to the hospital despite paramedics being dispatched to the scene.

LAPD hasn’t tracked down any potential suspects or released a suspect description.

The crash remains under investigation.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime. There is a hit-and-run accident in the United States every minute of every day.

Approximately 2,000 people in the United States have been killed in hit-and-run accidents since 2006.

The frequency of accidents involving hit-and-run drivers is rising. Since 2009, there has been a seven percent increase in the number of deaths attributable to hit-and-run drivers. There have been an increasing number of unintentional fatalities on the roads, and a large portion of these incidents involve hit-and-run drivers.

California had the highest rate of hit-and-run fatalities during this time. There were 3,056 people killed in 2,948 traffic accidents in California, accounting for more than 20% of all traffic deaths in the United States.

Trauma sustained in a car crash can be a major source of stress. And when the other driver refuses to stop and accept responsibility, the results can be even more devastating.

Driving under the influence, driving without a license, or the fear of arrest all increase the likelihood that these people will flee the scene of an accident.

Los Angeles County Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

If you’ve been injured by a hit-and-run driver, you need to talk to a lawyer right away.

You may be eligible for financial compensation to cover your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering if you’ve been injured.

Our Los Angeles County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law can help if you or a family member has been injured in a hit-and-run accident.

Major California cities have a much higher accident rate than you might think. We provide legal counsel in cities across California, including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, and Sacramento.

Getting in touch with us as soon as possible will allow us to work around your schedule. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or through our online intake form to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced lawyers.