[12-17-2022] Kern County, CA – Man Run Over After Falling Off Car Window in Bakersfield Street Takeover

One person was run over by a car in a street takeover in Bakersfield on Saturday evening, December 17, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred in an industrial area near Highway 58 in Southeast Bakersfield.

People gather in desolate areas for street takeovers where they race and show off their skills and the abilities of their vehicles.

In this crash, as seen in a video online, the man was hanging out the car window he was riding in, fell over, and got completely run by the car from the front tires and then the back. The vehicle then continued driving.

The extent of injuries the man sustained from the crash, and his current condition remains under investigation.

Reckless driving and unlawful speeding have been the source of numerous complaints in Bakersfield. CHP said the crash was not reported to them since it might have happened on private land.

Reckless Driving Accident Statistics

Accidents, road rage, and many annual deadly highway accidents in the United States can all be attributed to reckless driving. It is defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration as the intentional and willful violation of traffic laws with the intent to endanger other people or property.

Although quantifying reckless driving is difficult, a 2009 AAA study found that between 2003 and 2007, reckless driving contributed to 56% of fatal incidents. The Fatal Accident Reporting System maintained by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that speeding is the leading cause of fatal accidents.

In the state of California, driving recklessly is treated as a major offense. The terms “reckless driving,” “careless driving,” and “improper driving” are often used interchangeably with “driving.” Call them what you want, but they cause more fatal car accidents.

Aggressive or careless drivers endanger the lives of others without reason. It’s not okay when reckless drivers hurt other people. The negligent drivers should be held liable for the injuries and deaths they caused.

Reckless Accident Lawyers in Kern County

Most car crashes are the result of carelessness or disregard for the law. Your California accident lawyer will try to prove that the other driver’s irresponsible actions constituted negligence to win your case. Deliberate activities, such as drunk driving, carry a greater chance of dire outcomes because they are undertaken voluntarily.

We know firsthand the devastation that can result from a collision. As a law firm, we’d be thrilled if drivers stayed away from them. Our law firm aids victims of car accidents and their families in securing financial compensation.

Our trusted reckless accident lawyers in Kern County have extensive experience and distinctions advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million so far.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.