[09-18-2022] San Diego County, CA – 28-Year-Old Man Severely Injured in Hit-and-Run Collision in Oceanside

According to the authorities, a 28-year-old man was hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle in Oceanside Sunday, September 18, 2022.

According to the Oceanside Police Department, the collision occurred around 6:30 p.m. between Redondo and Luna Drive.

While the police were investigating the hit-and-run accident, the area was cordoned off for several hours.

According to the reports of the local police, the victim was airlifted to a nearby hospital, where the severity of his injuries was rated as critical.

The authorities strongly suspect that the involved vehicle is a blue Ford Fusion manufactured between 2006 and 2009. The investigation into the collision is still ongoing.

Officer Paul requests that anyone with any information regarding the incident contact him at 760-435-4431.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

It is against the law to leave the scene of an accident. About 11% of all traffic accidents involve drivers who hit someone and then leave the scene.

At least 2,049 people died in hit-and-run accidents in the US in 2016. About 682,000 hit-and-runs happen in the United States every year. Most people who are hurt in hit-and-run accidents are people who are walking.

About 20% of pedestrian deaths are caused by drivers who hit them and then drive away. About 68% of pedestrians and cyclists who were hit and left the scene were killed.

Many drivers hit and leave the scene because they don’t want to hurt anyone. These people could be drunk or high on drugs, have problems with their insurance, be illegal immigrants, or have legal issues.

San Diego County Hit-and-Run Accident

People on foot are most likely to get hurt on the road. People who hit and run are often the ones who get hurt in these kinds of accidents. Even if the driver who hurt you hasn’t been caught yet, you might still be able to get paid for the damage they caused.

People who get poorly hurt in car accidents may not be able to work, which means they can’t make a living. Even though the injured people are supposed to get better, it can be hard to find work while healing. Because of this, the victims might start to feel worried.

Talk to our San Diego County hit-and-run accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident to protect your legal right to sue. Your lawyer will ensure your case is given to the court on time. If you don’t meet the deadline, you might not get the money you’re owed.

If you’ve lost something in a car accident in San Diego County, don’t wait to get in touch with our hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law. Call our office at (888) 488-1391 to talk to a hit-and-run lawyer about your accident.