15-Year-Old Bicyclist Hospitalized in Caymus Drive Hit-and-Run Collision [Elk Grove, CA]

Elk Grove, CA (March 12, 2022) On Friday, a 15-year-old student was hurt in the Caymus Drive hit-and-run collision.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) says the accident happened around noon as the teenager was crossing Caymus Drive just south of Brittany Park Drive.

Authorities are actively seeking the suspect in the crash that happened near the Maeola R. Beitzel Elementary School in South Sacramento.

Reports say that an SUV driver did not stop as the boy was crossing the street and struck the bicyclist.

The minor was thrown out of his bicycle onto the roadway.

Officials say that the driver did not stop to aid the fallen boy and took off.

Rescuers took the boy to a hospital with serious injuries.

If you witnessed the incident please reach out to the South Sacramento CHP Area office at (916) 897-5600.

Inspect your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals. Be sure that both front and rear headlamps are working properly and visible enough a couple of yards away.

Also, take a reading of your tire pressure and make sure you maintain the recommended maximum. While at it, take a peek under your vehicle and ensure there are no loose objects or leaks.

Most importantly, stay focused while on the road. Remove all distractions that could cause accidents such as mobile phone use, unstrapped toddlers, etc.

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The term “personal injury” covers a wide range of cases that occur from car accidents just like what happened in the Caymus Drive hit-and-run collision, assaults, slip and fall accidents, injuries from defective products or machinery, and some more cases.

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