[06-01-2021] Kern County, CA – Two People Hurt, Including a 3-Year-Old Boy After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Bakersfield

Two people were hurt, including a three-year-old boy, after a hit-and-run pedestrian accident in Bakersfield on Tuesday morning, June 1st.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident happened on Chester Avenue and 10th Street at around 10:00 a.m.

A hit-and-run driver struck an unidentified woman and a three-year-old boy in Bakersfield for unclear reasons.

The driver did not stop to help the victims and drove away from the scene. Witnesses described the suspect as a Hispanic male wearing a hat. The suspect was driving a gray or blue 2000s-model Honda 4-door sedan.

The Bakersfield Police Department is actively pursuing the hit-and-run driver. Witnesses that can provide additional information about the crash may contact the authorities at 661-326-3967.

Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Fleeing the scene after an accident is a crime in itself; sadly, 11 percent of all crashes involve a hit-and-run driver. Pedestrians are one of the most vulnerable victims of roadway accidents. This is why it is easier for hit-and-run drivers to abandon them.

Children and the elderly are at the highest risk of suffering an injury or fatality while out walking anywhere in California. Children under age 15 made up 39 percent of all pedestrian accidents, with nearly 10 percent of these cases resulting in fatalities. There are several reasons why hit-and-run drivers flee the scene; they might be intoxicated or impaired by drugs, facing legal difficulties, uninsured, or illegal aliens.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victim of Hit-and-Run Accidents in Kern County

The injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents can be catastrophic, and the cost of medical care and lost income resulting from such an accident can be exorbitant. The victims may be left in a vulnerable position if they face their case alone. While waiting for the official investigation results, the victims are encouraged to pursue a personal injury claim with their attorney’s assistance.

Our attorneys from Arash Law will ensure that our clients get the monetary compensation and justice they deserve while also ensuring that the negligent driver will be held accountable for their actions.

Our offices are conveniently located throughout the state of California, with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, San Diego, and we are more than happy to visit you at your home or office. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a personal injury attorney in California.