90-year-old Woman Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident on Diamond Heights Boulevard [San Francisco, CA]

1 Hurt in San Francisco Pedestrian Crash on Diamond Heights Boulevard

 
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (November 13, 2020) – Thursday afternoon, a 90-year-old woman suffered injuries in a hit-and-run accident on Diamond Heights Boulevard.
 
The incident occurred at 3:12 p.m. on Diamond Heights Boulevard and Duncan Street.
 
According to reports, a motorcyclist struck and injured the elderly woman. However, the rider fled the crash scene.
 
At this time, the police are seeking the public’s help in looking for the involved motorcyclist. Moreover, further description of the suspect remains unavailable.
 
Due to the crash, the woman suffered life-threatening injuries.
 
The authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Police Department’s anonymous tip line at (415) 575-4444. They can also send a tip by text message to TIP411 with “SFPD” at the start of the message.
 

Facts about Pedestrians and Accidents

 
Pedestrians have the right of way at any crosswalk or intersection. Therefore, it’s a driver’s responsibility to yield and be prepared to stop.
 
While car accidents are far more common than pedestrian accidents, there is still reason to be wary when traveling on foot.
 
Furthermore, common locations for these pedestrian incidents include shopping center entrances, street corners, and intersections.
 

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“Pedestrian accidents do not occur as much as motor vehicle accidents. Nevertheless, the pedestrian accidents tend to include more serious injuries,” says Tyler Toomey, a practicing attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
If you sustained injuries in a crash, reach out to the experienced accident attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. We understand what you are going through. Thus, our team is here to ensure your legal rights are protected. With over 40 years in the legal field, we have the experience and the resources to win your pedestrian accident case. Thus, call us today at (800) 674 7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation at a location nearest you.