[09-11-2022] Orange County, CA – Bicyclist Seriously Injured in a Hit-and-Run in Newport Beach

According to authorities, a man riding a bicycle was severely injured after being struck by a hit-and-run vehicle in Newport Beach on Sunday, September 11, 2022.

The accident happened at 8:30 a.m. near Fletcher Jones Motorcars.

According to authorities, the suspect’s car was going southbound on Jamboree Road in the 3000 Block when it collided with the bicyclist.

The driver of the vehicle involved left the scene. Meanwhile, the victim was in critical condition.

According to the Newport Beach Police Department, the automobile was described as a white sedan with a cracked windshield.

Authorities are still searching for the hit-and-run driver.

The investigation is still ongoing,

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

A hit-and-run is a traffic collision where one of the drivers leaves the scene without exchanging information or rendering aid. According to ValuePenguin, fatal hit-and-runs climbed from 1,342 in 2010 to 1,939 in 2019. There were 1062 hit-and-run accidents in Orange County.

Hundreds of innocent people have suffered serious, even life-changing injuries resulting from hit-and-run accidents. There are many reasons someone might choose to flee the scene of an accident. They may be driving without a valid license or insurance, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or simply be scared and panicked. Regardless of the reason, hit-and-run accidents are a serious crime.

Do not leave the scene if you are involved in a hit-and-run accident. Instead, call the police and cooperate with their investigation. If you are the victim of a hit-and-run accident, try to get as much information about the other driver as possible, including their license plate number. This will give the police a better chance of catching the driver and bringing them to justice.

Orange County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

A hit-and-run occurs when you hit someone on a bike or scooter and leave the accident scene. The aftermath of a hit-and-run accident can be difficult, but securing adequate compensation for all of your injuries could make the difference between a complete and partial recovery.

If you or someone close to you has been injured in a hit-and-run accident, you must seek the competent legal assistance of a skilled hit-and-run lawyer at once.

At Arash Law, our Orange County hit-and-run accident lawyers are dedicated to aiding you in receiving compensation for your losses. Our legal team has spent decades fighting for victims’ rights like you.

Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with California’s best hit-and-run lawyer.