[05-31-2021] San Diego County, CA – Hit-and-Run Accident on El Cajon Boulevard Injures One Pedestrian

An unidentified 49-year-old man was seriously hurt after getting struck by a hit-and-run driver on El Cajon on early Monday morning, May 31st.

The major pedestrian accident took place in the 6600 block of El Cajon Boulevard at approximately 1:20 a.m.

The victim was reportedly walking outside a marked crosswalk when a dark-colored sedan suddenly struck him on the eastbound lanes. The driver did not stop to render aid and fled the scene.

Emergency personnel later arrived and found the victim lying on the roadway. He sustained major injuries, including an open fracture to his lower right leg. The victim was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The California Highway Patrol is currently gathering more evidence. They are also actively pursuing the whereabouts of the hit-and-run driver.

Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrian accidents are unlike other types of accidents just because pedestrians have no protection in an accident. Those who are riding in cars are in vehicles that weigh an average of at least 4,000 pounds and have seat belts and airbags to protect them.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. have increased by 27 percent from 2007-2016, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent. It’s also easier for drivers to walk away after hitting a pedestrian on the roadway. Leaving the scene after an accident is a crime in itself. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents still occur on U.S roadways every day.

Unfortunately, around one in five pedestrian accidents are caused by hit-and-run drivers. Sixty percent of people killed in hit-and-run accidents are pedestrians. There are several reasons why hit-and-run drivers flee the scene. They might be intoxicated or impaired by drugs, face legal difficulties, be uninsured, or be illegal aliens.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents in San Diego County

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